Sr. Network Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Chantilly, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch. We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer/Network Engineer to support the National Reconnaissance Office’s (NRO) COMM Directorate, Network Services Group (NSG). NSG goals include modernizing and simplifying NRO networks including cyber, anticipating demand to scale networks to meet partner needs, and to improve global network resilience. This opportunity will be focused on supporting NSG through rigorous data collection, data analysis and systems engineering methodologies. The Network Engineer will: Oversee and advise on planning, building, testing, implementation, and maintenance of classified network infrastructures Develop strategic solutions to meet the customer’s current and evolving network/communications requirements Collaborate with cross-functional teams – including IT systems, cyber security, and mission engineering experts - and customer leadership throughout the design, build, implementation, and maintenance of the network infrastructures This position requires 100% on site work in Chantilly, VA

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for Sr. Project Engineer - Communication Systems and Signal & Image Process Engineering.
This position requires a current and active TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the U.S. government.
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
A bachelor's degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or a related field
12 or more years of relevant experience
Proven expertise in providing network engineering solutions, technical analysis and impact assessments, tradeoffs, and market research, preferably in enterprise IT service environments
Experience developing technical roadmaps and architectures, preferably in enterprise IT service environments
Proficiency in managing projects throughout the systems engineering lifecycle
Background in using and/or researching tools and platforms for developing enterprise architectures
Experience in integrating enterprise-level program requirements, schedules, deliveries, and budget plans
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to include oral and written communication

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or a related field
Certifications in Network Engineering, Enterprise Architecture and/or Systems Engineering
Direct experience or familiarization with COMM network technologies, VM, and Linux
Direct experience developing IC or NRO mission, system, or technology architectures
Experience implementing Model Based Systems Engineering frameworks and solutions
Experience implementing the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and other cyber security principles
Demonstrated initiative and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, company leadership, and matrixed engineering staff

Responsibilities

Apply specific technical knowledge of OSI Model Layer 2/Layer 3 network devices, TCP/IP, routing/switching protocols, network security/firewalls, and network mapping in the performance of planning, modeling, and analysis
Analyze IT requirements and provide technical guidance to develop telecommunications network/data communications architectures
Analyze network architecture weaknesses to identify availability risks due to cyber security vulnerabilities
Recommend technology upgrades and reconfigurations to network architectures to reduce operating costs, improve performance, and accommodate evolving requirements
Guide projects and technical teams through required NRO and COMM systems engineering gates, and rigorous data collection and data analysis activities
Guide technical exchange meetings with external asset owners and the COMM Cyber Protection Office (CPO) to coordinate and implement data collection strategies
Generate and present reports of findings and recommendations to NSG, COMM, and senior leaders from other NRO Directorates and Offices
Leverage the Aerospace "backplane" to collaborate across Group, Office, and Directorate boundaries to promote and ensure clean interfaces between internal and external customers
Identify and lead matrixed Aerospace engineering staff and project teams for specified projects and studies; act as spokesperson for the team when presenting observations, results, and recommendations

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect