Systems Engineer Sr Stf - Clearance Required

Lockheed Martin•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin is on the front line of global security, operating, maintaining, and sustaining an Integrated Air and Missile Defense system for a key U.S. international defense partner. In this mission‑critical role we assure 24/7 system readiness, enabling our ally to protect its airspace, safeguard lives, and maintain regional stability. As a Network Engineer on this program you will deploy, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and network gear in deployable communication kits. You will monitor LAN/WAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and packet‑loss issues, and provide on‑call support for critical events. You will implement core networking technologies (VLANs, OSPF, BGP, GRE tunnels, multicast) and contribute to design reviews, upgrades, and project deployments. You will work closely with other engineers to craft network architectures and execute field installations, which may include travel to remote sites and independent troubleshooting. You will also mentor and guide junior network engineers. A U.S. security clearance (Secret) and U.S. citizenship are required. Position is based at a Lockheed Martin facility in the United Arab Emirates. Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology and engineering. On this team, you will collaborate with a diverse team of technical professionals including software developers, systems engineers, network engineers, system integrators, and operations support engineers. You will work with a cross‑functional team in a highly dynamic mission‑focused environment.

Requirements

At least ten years of hands‑on experience designing, testing, and supporting multi‑vendor LAN/WAN environments.
Deep knowledge of the OSI model, TCP/IP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
Strong expertise with firewalls, VLANs, GRE tunnels, and multicast traffic.
Proven ability to perform root‑cause analysis, document resolutions, and create clear technical reports and presentations (PowerPoint, Visio).
Required certifications, an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a passport for international travel.
Experience with ISP-like IP network infrastructure maintenance and operation.
Experience with hands-on configuration of Protocols such as MPLS, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Multicast, QoS, STP, VTP and VLAN’s, Gateway Redundancy Protocols like HSRP, VRRP, and GLRP.
Experience with VLSM CIDR IP addressing design and implementation.
Experience with configuration of encryption and security solutions such as IPSec, VPN, Suite B, firewall rules, access control lists.
Integration of Network Devices with centralized Network Services such as LDAP, DNS, DHCP, and Certificate Authorities.
Implementation experience of Network Management concepts within network devices such as SNMPv3, Syslog, OID filtering.
Implementation experience of Facility switch aggregation and Data Center network design patterns.
Experience with Network troubleshooting techniques (CLI-based) and tools (Wireshark, tcpdump etc.).
Experience/knowledge of the complete range of network design drawings used for specification, fabrication, assembly, wiring, inspection, and installation of equipment.
Experience with secure and reliable networks and network management.
Experience integrating with sensors and weapons, including occasional troubleshooting and reverse engineering.
Strong system engineering skills with an emphasis on software-intensive systems and system of systems integration.
Experience in international programs, preferably direct commercial sales, firm fixed price.
Familiarity with cyber security and multiple security enclaves.
Experience with fixed and mobile command centers, including supporting coalition / expeditionary operations.
Strong communication skills, including communicating with customers whose first language is Arabic.
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 12 years or more of professional experience; or 10 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Experience with Juniper network devices like MX, SRX, EX Juniper series devices.
Experience with an IP network infrastructure to support tactical systems.
Willing to take an expatriate assignment for 3-4 years.

Nice To Haves

Certifications - JNCIP, CCNP, CCSP, JNCIS, etc.
Experience with documentation of engineering artifacts in support of site configurations and installations.
Experience with Network Management protocols and tools.

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and network gear in deployable communication kits.
Monitor LAN/WAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and packet‑loss issues, and provide on‑call support for critical events.
Implement core networking technologies (VLANs, OSPF, BGP, GRE tunnels, multicast) and contribute to design reviews, upgrades, and project deployments.
Work closely with other engineers to craft network architectures and execute field installations, which may include travel to remote sites and independent troubleshooting.
Mentor and guide junior network engineers.