Network Design Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Network Design Engineer

ID: 2026-74160
US-MD-Annapolis Junction
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 8/7/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. Thats the opportunity thats waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nations heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. Its an amazing challenge. And its waiting for you now.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

The experienced Advanced Network Design Engineer we seek will provide technical support to customers in installing and troubleshooting issues with GDMS Cyber products, and teach customers how to successfully deploy, configure and install these products within their networks.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered
• Perform technical product support via telephone, email and on occasion, via field support
• Perform hardware and software system testing and configuration
• Develop, review and interpret technical documentation, including network diagrams
• Perform onsite and offsite technical Training on GDMS products
• Present and facilitate technical information concisely and clearly
• Provide product training in such a way to stimulate and motivate students
• Develop and proof read training materials
• Function independently in a multi-tasking environment and as a teammate
• Communicate with all levels of management, employees, and customers
• Participate in rotating, after hours, on-call telephone support
• Travel 25% after instructor qualification

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Subject matter expert (SME) in one discipline/field and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
• Develop and provide innovative and creative solutions to a variety of difficult problems of considerable scope and complexity, using established precedent and policies
• Display initiative on assignments, exercise independent judgment and professionally execute projects with little direction
• Support and assist in the design and planning of network systems
• Ability to handle more complex assignments and grasp and apply new information quickly
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in interpersonal situations and before large groups of people/students
• Ability to develop and proof training materials

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Experience in administrating, maintaining, troubleshooting, network systems which includes firewalls, DNS, VPN, LAN, WLAN Cisco/Juniper products, firewalls, and Windows servers.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphic presentation, and intermediate knowledge and/or experience using Microsoft Office applications; i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Visio, and Outlook, and Dynamics 365
• CCNA Certification
• Security + Certification
• Network + Certification
• Active Secret clearance
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $122,552.00 - USD $129,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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