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Northrop Grumman · 9 hours ago

Principal Electronics Engineer - Networks

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer - Networks to support the MQ-4C Triton Program. This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing secure and high-performance enterprise network infrastructures, as well as leading troubleshooting efforts for complex network issues.
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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and support network infrastructure components (Routers/Switches/Firewalls)
Monitor and optimize network performance
Develop and maintain network documents/documentation, diagrams, and standards
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network issues and support incident response as needed
Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment

Qualification

Network infrastructure designCisco Network DevicesIAT Level II certificationAirborne networks experienceIPv4Network designNetwork troubleshootingNetwork management protocolsProfessional networking certificationCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a relevant STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a relevant STEM discipline and 1 year of related engineering experience
Active DoD 8140 approved IAT Level II (or higher) compliant certification. Examples include: CCNA Security, Security+CE, CCNP, and CISSP
Experience with airborne networks, tactical links, and/or satellite communications to include common commercial and military BLOS and LOS links
Experience in deploying, configuring, and security hardening Cisco Network Devices
Understanding of IPv4 and network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)
Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast
Familiarity of or experience with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS and network simulation tools and load testing (e.g. CML, GNS3)
Active in-scope, DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance once in position
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP)
Ability to obtain required passports/Visa(s) for international travel

Preferred

A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent
Familiar with government grade encryption gear such as TACLANES or HAIPES
Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting
Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket), Agile and/or Rapid prototyping software methodologies
Strong understanding of networking strategies including software defined networking over wide area networks
Familiar with current network products and technologies such as routers, firewalls, and switches, CML a plus
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management

Benefits

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Company

Northrop Grumman

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Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.7B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M

Leadership Team

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Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
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Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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