Sr Principal Electronics Engineer - Network Engineer

Relocation Assistance Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance Required for Start Yes Clearance Type Top Secret Travel Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Sr Principal Electronics Engineer -Network Engineer to join our team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. This position will be in our Avionics Integration Organization. The candidate should be a self-starter with familiarity working in an Integrated Product Team construct. This candidate will be responsible for providing support to software integration lab and for end‑to‑end communication. This candidate will be responsible for making network changes to the system, enhancing and improving the network system and architecture, troubleshooting complex network issues, resolving bugs discovered, and ensuring the network is available 100% of the time. Roles and Responsibilities Conducting thorough trade studies and analysis to weigh the benefits and/or detriments related to networking associated with a new development effort Addressing and correcting deliverable subsystem performance concerns via program‑identified tools/systems Identifying opportunities for deliverable system improvement and working with engineering teams to implement in accordance with approved program process Reporting networking subsystem status to programmatic and technical team leadership and identifying risks/issues/concerns to prevent increased cost or schedule loss Providing direct user support, engineering expertise, and troubleshooting during test events The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at our facility. There is NO remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; or a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related engineering experience. Experience and familiarity with IP subnetting A solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP), and other networking concepts is essential. Good understanding and knowledge of network security features like IP access‑lists. Experience with network design and data center architecture. Experience with network firewalls such as Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, Palo Alto Networks. Ability to troubleshoot complex networking issues is vital. Familiarity with network management protocols like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS. A U.S. Citizen with Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance, or active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and within a reasonable amount of time to meet business needs. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. Active DoD Top Secret SCI clearance (background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Experience with Microsoft Office tools such as Visio, Power Point. A professional certification specific to the networking industry such as CCNA, CCNP, CCNP Data Center, CCIE, or equivalent. Understanding network automation scripting using Ansible, Python, Bash and Shell. Experience with Cisco technologies like Nexus switches, ACI Fabrics, Catalyst switches. Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware and related networking solutions (e.g., NSX). Understanding advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, DMVPN, MPLS, QoS, Multicast. Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP. Familiarity with network management applications such as SolarWinds, SuzieQ, Splunk, and/or Cisco ISE. Familiarity with Windows, Linux, VMware configuration and troubleshooting. Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE encryptors and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures. Familiarity with network emulator tools such as EVE‑NG, GNS3, Cisco Modeling Lab (CML), Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL). Working knowledge of DISA security STIGs and maintaining security best practices. Experience with tools like Jira, Bitbucket, GitLab, GitHub. Desire and ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with geographically diverse teams. Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders, extract technical and business requirements, and translate into actionable network solutions. Includes active listening, clear documentation, cross‑functional collaboration, and balancing technical feasibility with business objectives. Salary Range Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Equal Opportunity Employer Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. 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