Network Engineer - Satellite Ground Systems

Network EngineeringSatellite Ground SystemsScottsdale, AZ$60.13 - $65.13/HourlyU.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law We are hiring a Network Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ, to support satellite ground systems, enterprise networking, and the Space Development Agency (SDA) Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) program. This fully on-site position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance and involves network design, integration, implementation, security, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mission-critical data communications networks supporting Ground Management and Integration (GMI) operations.This role supports Tranche 2 (T2) ground infrastructure, including SUPERNOVA operations centers, Ground Entry Points (GEPs), and associated ground networks, building on Tranche 1 (T1) Operations and Integration (O&I) capabilities. Responsibilities include configuring Juniper firewalls, Arista switches, routing protocols, and network services across classified environments, with deployment travel of up to 50%. Responsibilities: Design, implement, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot data communications networks supporting SDA satellite ground systems and PWSA operations. Perform network requirements analysis, design documentation, implementation, verification, and ongoing operational support. Develop and maintain enterprise network architectures, topologies, configuration documentation, and network implementation plans. Analyze network traffic, topology, performance, and capacity requirements to identify and resolve connectivity and operational issues. Install, configure, and integrate network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, gateways, and associated network services. Support network operations and maintenance across environments with varying security classifications. Implement network security configurations, perform diagnostics, identify corrective actions, and document configuration changes. Support ground network integration and deployment activities involving SUPERNOVA facilities, Ground Entry Points (GEPs), and associated infrastructure. Physically install and configure network equipment in server racks, computing facilities, and user workspaces. Develop and maintain technical documentation covering network configurations, system operations, troubleshooting procedures, and infrastructure changes. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support system integration, requirements verification, and deployment activities. Travel to deployment sites to support network installation, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and operational readiness. Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal LawActive Secret Clearance Required to StartBachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Experience supporting network engineering, implementation, integration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of data communications networks. Knowledge of network architecture, IP networking, routing, switching, firewall configuration, and network security practices. Experience performing network diagnostics, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining technical documentation. Ability to support physical network equipment installation and configuration in office and computing environments. Ability to work 100% on-site in Scottsdale, AZ, and travel up to 50% to domestic and potentially international deployment locations. Valid U.S. Passport required for potential international travel. Preferred Qualifications: Six (6) years of experience integrating and configuring switches, routers, firewalls, and gateways in data communications systems using IPv4, TCP, and UDP protocols. Experience with enterprise network design, network topology, and high-speed network implementation. Juniper Networks certifications, including JNCIA-Junos or JNCIP, or Cisco CCNA certification; CCNP preferred. Proficiency configuring and maintaining Juniper SRX-series firewalls and Arista switches. Experience maintaining network environments utilizing Linux Identity Management (IdM), Windows Server DNS and account management, and NAS/SAN storage. Knowledge of multicast networking and dynamic routing protocols, including BGP and OSPF. Experience performing vulnerability scanning, network hardening, security remediation, and resolution of identified findings. Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), public cloud networking, and cloud-based services. Experience with VMware vSphere, virtual machines, and virtualization technologies involving hardware, operating systems, storage, or network resources. Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and mixed Windows/Linux computing environments. Experience developing and maintaining network, system, and operational documentation. DoD 8570.1-M IAT Level II certification preferred. Experience applying artificial intelligence (AI) to technical process improvement and operational efficiency. Experience in at least two of the following areas within the past five years: One year of experience managing or operating Microsoft Windows or Linux computing environments, including Windows Server 2012 or newer and Windows 7 or newer client systems. One year of experience administering, operating, or architecting local area networks (LANs) supporting at least 30 client systems. Experience managing mixed Windows and Linux computing environments. Experience implementing or maintaining virtualization technologies for operating systems, hardware platforms, storage, or network resources. Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Moseley Technical Services, Inc.