NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory · 1 day ago
Network Engineer II
Pasadena, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$123K/yr - $127K/yr
3+ years expNASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is focused on groundbreaking advances in science and technology for space exploration. The role involves maintaining and upgrading the electronic security network infrastructure and collaborating with other network engineers to ensure efficient operations and security for the laboratory's systems.
National DefenseConstructionAerospaceRoboticsNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop complex network engineering plans and partners with other network engineers to develop networks for security customers
Implement network engineering plans, networks for customers and network management tools
Perform needs assessments for complex network segments
Partner with other network engineers to create cost/benefit estimates, presentations, negotiations, installation, problem resolution, and multi-vendor product integration
Provide engineering assistance in all customer interaction situations, including receipt of specifications, design, test, and response to service requests
Define systems requirements and resolve complex problems
Provide initial implementation assessment and recommendation of networks to assure proper execution
Apply network tools and perform complex analysis of various network technologies and network research
Debug complex network problems and perform related tests
Resolve complex system failures or degradations
Apply broad knowledge in the field to create documentation
Evaluate the efficiency of the network and systems operations and make recommendations involving equipment and software efficiency and the need for replacement
Provide problem and incident investigation and recommend resolution for complex problems
Recommend modifications or expansion to the network and systems running on the networks
Monitor performance of network equipment and applications. Make recommendations for improvements
Monitor network health to ensure that operations are in accordance with established NASA policies and procedures with maintaining established levels of service. Make recommendations for improvements
Perform complex and varied job functions and activities within discipline
Qualification
Required
Extensive understanding and wide application of principles, theories, concepts and techniques in a relevant field of knowledge
Extensive knowledge of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards
Bachelors degree with 3 years of related experience or Masters with 1 year of related experience or PhD with 0 years experience
Proven understanding of general job aspects of installation, maintenance, and systems
Strong understanding of assessing and troubleshooting equipment problems, repairing, or determining if equipment must be sent off-site for service
Detailed understanding of installing cable runs, cable splice/terminations, and connecting equipment to an existing electronic infrastructure with applicable knowledge and skills
Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to acquire a Secret Security Clearance
Preferred
Broad knowledge in one or more related fields of electronic security with a focus on Milestone video management systems/software and Lenel access control; systems/software
Strong MS Office computer skills including Word, PowerPoint and Excel and familiarity with Visio, Paint, or CAD software applications
Extensive knowledge of applicable Laboratory policies and procedures, NASA policies and procedures, and government regulations
Motorola Land Mobile Radio system familiarity with a focus on K-Core software and hardware systems
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans
Paid time off
Learning
Rideshare
Childcare
Flexible schedule
Parental leave
Company
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Formed in 1936, the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center managed for NASA by the California Institute of Technology (Caltech.) JPL joined NASA as an FFRDC when the agency was founded in 1958.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Steltzner
Cheif Engineer, Mars Sample Return Program
David Gallagher
Director
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