Network Engineer III

Firefly Aerospace•Briggs, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Firefly Aerospace is hiring a Network Engineer to support the digital infrastructure connecting mission control, launch pads and test stands, engineering teams, spacecraft, and the enterprise. The role focuses on ensuring reliable telemetry, command delivery, and availability of mission-critical systems, where downtime or poor performance could result in mission failure. The engineer will support infrastructure and operations, with an emphasis on resilience, security, and performance. This position is 100% onsite at Firefly’s test and manufacturing location in Briggs, Texas.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience designing, monitoring, and troubleshooting campus, datacenter, and WAN networks.
Extensive knowledge of network protocols and technologies, including LAN/WAN, routing, switching, QoS, network security, traffic flow analysis, BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, and network automation.
Experience with automation and scripting tools such as Ansible and Python.
Expertise with network infrastructure hardware and software such as Cisco, Juniper, and Arista.
Proficiency in firewall configuration and network security protocols, such as Palo Alto.
Experience with network monitoring systems such as PRTG, Zabbix, and Grafana.
Strong communication and collaboration skills in a fast-moving, dynamic work environment.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to resolve mission-critical, high-risk issues quickly.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations, to conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including ITAR.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
Professional certification such as CCNP or CCIE.
Experience with AWS network infrastructure.
Experience with industrial network devices and infrastructure.
Familiarity with Docker or Kubernetes.
Familiarity with virtualization technologies.
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux.
Familiarity with agile/scrum methodologies.
Understanding of FIPS compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and troubleshoot network solutions based on business requirements.
Manage network projects, including upgrades and migrations, and provide technical direction and user support.
Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot firewall rules for network security while ensuring FIPS compliance.
Identify, propose, and implement network architecture improvements to increase resilience and performance.
Conduct regular network assessments and plan necessary upgrades.
Collaborate with IT teams to develop and implement network services and automation scripts.
Collaborate with engineering teams to design and deliver network solutions for launch and spacecraft vehicles supporting critical mission operations.
Create and maintain documentation of the network environment and operational procedures.
Prepare reports and documentation outlining findings and proposed solutions.