Sr. Principal Network Communications Administrator

Northrop Grumman•, SD

5d•$105,800 - $158,600•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Sr. Principal Network Communications Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Ground Systems Team. This role is in Ellsworth, SD. Qualified candidates will apply technical knowledge and will have the opportunity to work on multiple tasks including but not limited to the following: Essential Functions: Provide real time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing any issues related to communications and networking to include fault isolation, remediation, and resolution. Account for, control, and deploy equipment. Work with partners to resolve connectivity issues and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks. Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in military flight operations environment, including operations on flightline, in a hangar, and in command-and-control centers. Adherence to checklists and procedures to ensure repeated success and providing redlines to procedures when necessary. Work with a team to provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface. Provide local network management support through updates, configurations, security patches, drawings, and feedback to the Responsible Engineers (REs). Communicate complex technical issues to local support, Main Operation Bases (MOBs), and Responsible Engineers (REs). Support and lead air crew engagement for proper techniques in solving complex analysis of technical problems that arise during operations. Assist with trend analysis as needed for Responsible Engineers (REs). Perform/support review and analysis of supplier design data and definition of functional test requirements including acceptance, qualification, and system integration. Take responsibility for the testing, maintenance, and integration of Comms and Networks equipment required to support ground and flight operations. Work with system admins, maintainers, and onsite personnel to troubleshoot and repair any internal operational issues.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
Ability to be granted and maintain a DoD SECRET clearance. May be required to attain TOP SECRET clearance in the future.
The ability to obtain Special Access Programs (SAP) within a period of time as determined by program and/or customer requirements, as a condition of continued employment.
Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification.
Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks.
Experience with configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware.
Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES).
Experience with STIG compliance.
Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds, etc.).
Experience with Microsoft Office, Visio, Project, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with remote cloud architecture.
Experience working in an Air Force flightline environment
Experience working with Air Force flight communications systems
Active DoD SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance.
Active Specific Special Access Program access

Responsibilities

Provide real time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing any issues related to communications and networking to include fault isolation, remediation, and resolution.
Account for, control, and deploy equipment.
Work with partners to resolve connectivity issues and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in military flight operations environment, including operations on flightline, in a hangar, and in command-and-control centers.
Adherence to checklists and procedures to ensure repeated success and providing redlines to procedures when necessary.
Work with a team to provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface.
Provide local network management support through updates, configurations, security patches, drawings, and feedback to the Responsible Engineers (REs).
Communicate complex technical issues to local support, Main Operation Bases (MOBs), and Responsible Engineers (REs).
Support and lead air crew engagement for proper techniques in solving complex analysis of technical problems that arise during operations.
Assist with trend analysis as needed for Responsible Engineers (REs).
Perform/support review and analysis of supplier design data and definition of functional test requirements including acceptance, qualification, and system integration.
Take responsibility for the testing, maintenance, and integration of Comms and Networks equipment required to support ground and flight operations.
Work with system admins, maintainers, and onsite personnel to troubleshoot and repair any internal operational issues.

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available
health insurance coverage
life and disability insurance
savings plan
Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
overtime
shift differential
a discretionary bonus
Annual bonuses
Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)