Sr Systems Engineer (Cisco Network Engineer) (Onsite)

RTX•Annapolis, MD

23h•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant work experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience.
3+ years of experience configuring Cisco routers and switches in a production WAN
Prior experience building router configurations using templates and BGP routing expertise.
Experience with NAT, VPNs (Site-to-Site, DMVPN), and WAN technologies (e.g., T1/E1, HDLC, DSL, Cellular, MPLS), Cisco ASA certificates.
Prior experience troubleshooting network issues and isolating root causes.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Nice To Haves

Excellent oral and written communication and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
CCNA certification required, CCNP highly preferred.
Prior experience implementing WAN connectivity in enterprise or service provider environments.
Exposure to LTE cellular backup solutions and Cisco ASA firewall configuration.
Experience working in large-scale WAN or mission-critical networks.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple high-visibility network implementation projects, owning them from initial design through activation and support.
Configure and deploy Cisco routers and switches across a global WAN infrastructure, using AGN’s advanced networking templates and industry best practices.
Engage with customers and field technicians to manage WAN circuit activations, troubleshoot complex issues, and execute seamless network cutovers.
Coordinate the procurement, shipment, and export compliance of network equipment to global customer sites.
Create detailed cutover plans and maintain critical network documentation, including asset records, circuit information, and diagrams.
Participate in the team’s Level 3 on-call rotation, supporting mission-critical escalations and maintaining AGN’s high-availability standards.
Work in an environment supporting evening/weekend deployments for global cutovers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
Adoption Assistance.
Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.