Northwood · 19 hours ago
Senior Network Engineer - Enterprise
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expNorthwood is a modern space infrastructure company focused on connecting space and Earth. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer - Enterprise to design and manage the internal network infrastructure that supports their facilities, workforce, and ground station operations.
AerospaceHardwareSatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design campus and facility networks - Build LAN infrastructure for corporate offices and ground station facilities. Design network architectures that support both traditional enterprise workloads and specialized satellite communication systems
Implement zero-trust network architecture - Deploy network segmentation, microsegmentation, and zero-trust access controls. Build secure network zones for ITAR-controlled systems and government workloads
Deploy and manage wireless infrastructure - Design and implement enterprise WiFi networks across multiple facilities. Ensure secure wireless access for corporate users and isolated networks for operational systems
Integrate cloud networking - Design hybrid connectivity between on-premises facilities and AWS Commercial/GovCloud environments. Implement VPN solutions and private connectivity for multi-cloud architectures
Manage network security appliances - Deploy and configure firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network security monitoring. Work with security teams to implement network-based security controls
Implement SD-WAN and remote access - Design secure remote access solutions for distributed workforce. Deploy SD-WAN solutions to connect ground station facilities and corporate offices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline AND 5+ years of enterprise networking experience; OR 7+ years of enterprise networking experience
Hands-on experience with enterprise switching and routing, VLAN design, and network segmentation
Experience with wireless network design and deployment (Cisco, Aruba, or similar platforms)
Strong understanding of network security, firewalls, and zero-trust architectures
Experience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or multi-cloud environments
Proficiency with enterprise networking vendors (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks)
Experience with network monitoring, automation, and troubleshooting tools
Preferred
Industry certifications (CCNP, ACNP, or equivalent enterprise networking certifications)
Experience with SD-WAN solutions (Cisco SD-WAN, Silver Peak, VeloCloud)
Background in government/defense environments with security clearance requirements
Experience with NetBox, Ansible, or network automation tools
Knowledge of ITAR compliance and network isolation requirements
Experience integrating network infrastructure with identity management systems (Active Directory, Okta)
Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
Company
Northwood
Northwood was founded by Bridgit Mendler, Griffin Cleverly, and Shaurya Luthra with the mission to expand access to space by transforming satellite backhaul infrastructure.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$36.4MKey Investors
Harvard Innovation Labs
2025-04-22Series A· $30M
2024-02-19Seed· $6.3M
2023-02-08Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Bridgit Mendler
CEO – Cofounder
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Griffin Cleverly
Co-Founder, CTO
Recent News
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