Principal Network Engineer

Company: Raytheon Careers
Location: Aurora
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

*Date Posted:*
2024-09-05*Country:*
United States of America*Location:*
CO112: Buckley AFB 18500 East 6th Ave 18500 East 6th Avenue Buckley AFB, Aurora, CO, 80011 USA*Position Role Type:*
Onsite*Principal Network Engineer- Aurora, CO- Buckley AFB - Must have a TS/SCI with a CI Poly clearance!*
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

• What you do:*
• 24x7 Operation and Maintenance (O&M) contract primarily focused on the support and maintenance of real-time system applications.
• Be part of a diverse and professional team maintaining innovative and complex systems in a structured configuration-controlled environment. Opportunities allow for both individual activities and collaborative efforts in a flexible environment to enhance and innovate these complex systems.
• What You Will Do:*
• Demonstrable real-world experience in network configuration and management of critical network environments
• Troubleshooting network architecture to include network interfaces and firewalls, and make recommendations for system findings and enhancements
• Assist with design/upgrade and implementation of network infrastructure
• Set up and maintain network equipment to include switches, routers and firewalls
• Perform updates, patching, and baseline changes to adhere to Information Security requirements, policies, and standards
• Must be able to work off- hours, experience with 24x7 operational systems
• Up to 5% travel
• Qualifications You Must Have: *
• Typically requires a bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years of prior network administration experience or if no degree must have 9 years of direct experience
• Experience in network configuration and management, including devices such as Cisco ASAs, Routers, and Switches
• Experience with multilayer switching and VLANs
• *Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret/SCI with CI Poly security* clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Active *DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification* (or higher) on start date. IAT Level 2 requires one or more of the following Professional Certifications: Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CySA+, CND
• Qualifications We Prefer: *
• Ability to work in a structured configuration-controlled environment, primarily focused on the support and maintenance of real-time systems on an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contract
• Experience with 24x7 operational systems
• Experience interfacing with external services for DNS, NTP, and others
• Experience formalizing, developing, and writing requirements, plans, and procedures based on customer, briefings, interactions, and statements of work
• Experience developing system-level designs, high-level control and data interfaces
• Experience designing and setting up networks and data centers
• Familiarity with CISCO Spine-Leaf network topology/architecture
• Experience and/or knowledge of network protocols, such as TCP/IP, Multicast and UDP
• What We Offer:*
  Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
  
  
  • * Relocation Eligibility *
  • Learn More & Apply Now!*
    RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation - and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.
    We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.
    *Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite*: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
    The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.*RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.*
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