Sr. Network Engineer (Hybrid- Aberdeen, Maryland)

Fairwinds Technologies•Pennsville Township, NJ

16d•$135,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Fairwinds Technologies is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to work across communications systems, IP networking, and test engineering, including SATCOM and terrestrial wireless transmission systems integrated with Software Defined Networking. The role supports tactical and naval military solutions as well as strategic border protection applications, and involves developing innovative solutions in an IP-connected environment. Working under the Chief Product & Technology Office, the engineer will define Integrated Tactical Network Engineering Design Investments and develop systems-of-systems designs and configurations for customers across communications spectrums. The position includes designing and implementing flexible open-standard interfaces for tactical applications and working with customers and engineering design teams to contribute subject-matter expertise to system designs, address current issues, and support new technologies. The position is full-time and exempt, based at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, with hybrid work possible and up to 40 hours per week in-office as needed. The role may require occasional evening and weekend work and travel of 25–30%.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Computer, Software, Electrical, Electronics, Network Science, or Systems Engineering, or a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
At least 2 years of experience designing integrated networked solutions for rapid prototyping and quick-reaction communications systems.
Understanding of materials science and thermal management engineering.
Understanding of open-system interfaces and challenges involved in integrating systems from different manufacturers.
Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+, and VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certifications.
Experience with SATCOM, terrestrial wireless/radio, and SD-WAN aggregation systems.
Experience with cybersecurity infrastructure.
Experience writing technical white papers.
U.S. citizenship.
Active Secret or higher DoD security clearance; the posting also states candidates must possess or obtain a Secret-level clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering, or equivalent.
5 years’ experience developing integrated system designs using multiple transmission means, including mobile SATCOM systems.
2 years’ experience with Pacstar Smart Chassis Systems.
Background in scientific programming using languages such as C, C++, Fortran, Python, Rust, or Julia.

Responsibilities

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in systems engineering design and development.
Take on technical challenges with a solution-oriented approach.
Brief non-technical senior leadership on highly technical matters.
Define Integrated Tactical Network Engineering Design Investments under the Chief Product & Technology Office.
Develop systems-of-systems design solutions and configurations for customers across communications spectrums.
Design and implement flexible open-standard interfaces for tactical applications.
Work with customers and engineering design teams to identify subject-matter expertise relevant to overall system design for new technologies.
Identify current issues and address them to customers’ satisfaction.