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Job Title:  Sr Assoc, Network Systems Engineer 

Job Code: 24286

Job Location:  USA-UT-Salt Lake City

Job Schedule: 9/80, every other Friday off

Job Description: 

The Sr. Associate, Network Systems Engineer will be responsible for assisting teams in the development of advanced communication subsystem hardware/software for multi-domain (space, ground, airborne) applications. The position will span initial concept development through hardware/software implementation, test, delivery, and sustainment. Potential applications include high rate, assured, and optical communications. The engineer will be expected to understand all levels of development requirements, to show leadership on multi-disciplined engineering teams / programs in the development of new capabilities, and to manage subcontractors. They will leverage their knowledge in requirements development, parts, materials, architectures, and process flow down.  They will understand System Verification and Validation, and following Systems Engineering processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong, multi-discipline technical background and will work directly with internal technical peers and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) developing requirements, implementing designs while working with customers and associated sub-contractors.

Essential Functions: 

• Network Systems Engineers and Architects design, integrate, and operate secure, military communications networks over multiple domains. They deliver detailed network schematics, hardware selections, and software configurations that meet performance requirements.
• Network Systems Engineers and Architects maintain an advanced technical understanding of TCP/IP networks and current products and networking technologies like routers, switches, and firewalls.
• They employ necessary tools and procedures to meet cyber-security requirements for sensitive/classified communications systems.
• They understand Agile development processes and associated tools. 
• They understand and can implement solutions within a specific requirement space and budget.
• Our engineers operate as part of an integrated product team to configure, troubleshoot various networking devices, and network problems.
• Competencies should include various devices that use the network, including computers / servers that run operating systems like Windows and Linux, Hypervisors like VMware, and container ecosystems.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Science, Engineering or related field and 1 year or less of related work experience

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