Senior Staff Network Communications Engineer - UAE Tech Refresh

Reference: 734717BRPosted: 2026-07-17Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, ColoradoSalary: $122,900 - $216,660Clearance: SecretCompany: Lockheed MartinDescription:WHAT WE'RE DOINGJoin the EADGE-T team and help modernize an integrated air and missile defense and air battle management capability for the United Arab Emirates. As part of the EADGE-T UAE Tech Refresh, you'll lead the modernization of the communications infrastructure supporting one of Lockheed Martin's premier international defense programs while collaborating directly with an international customer.THE WORKAs a Senior Staff Network Communications Engineer, you'll serve as the network technical authority for the UAE Tech Refresh, leading the design, integration, security, and sustainment of mission-critical communications networks.Working across systems, software, hardware, cybersecurity, and integration teams, you'll establish network architecture, define engineering standards, and guide technical decisions that ensure secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions from design through deployment.PLEASE NOTEThis position requires a government security clearance at the Secret level; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.This position may require travel to customer sites throughout the United Arab Emirates.This position may occasionally support integration and test events during overnight or weekend hours.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESServe as the technical authority for the communications network architecture, leading the development of secure, resilient, and scalable network solutions supporting mission-critical air and missile defense capabilities.Lead the design, integration, and implementation of enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, server infrastructure, and WAN connectivity, while ensuring compliance with applicable DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).Establish network engineering standards, infrastructure policies, and technical roadmaps covering Quality of Service (QoS), IP addressing, cybersecurity, encryption, authentication, network continuity, and monitoring.Drive network performance, resiliency, and operational readiness through capacity planning, traffic engineering, proactive monitoring, and resolution of complex network and cybersecurity issues.Champion Zero Trust architecture and cybersecurity best practices by implementing NIST 800-53 controls, network segmentation, centralized security management, and secure communications across multiple security domains.Lead network automation and configuration management initiatives using modern automation frameworks and infrastructure-as-code methodologies to improve deployment consistency and operational efficiency.Provide technical leadership through architecture reviews, customer engagements, engineering documentation, and mentorship of fellow engineers while serving as the program's network subject matter expert.WHO WE AREEADGE-T is a geographically dispersed Agile engineering team delivering the UAE Tech Refresh. Our engineers collaborate across systems, software, hardware, cybersecurity, networking, and integration disciplines to deliver next-generation air and missile defense capabilities for an international customer.As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll influence technical strategy, solve complex engineering challenges, and help deliver capabilities that directly support critical national security missions.WHY JOIN USYour Health, Your Wealth, Your Life — At Lockheed Martin, we invest in our people by offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to solve some of the world's most complex engineering challenges while supporting missions that matter.Basic Qualifications:- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Network Communications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Cyber Security- 7+ years of hands on network engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a senior/lead capacity on complex, high availability networks.Certifications:- Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE (Routing & Switching or Data Center) or Juniper JNCIA (preferred)/JNCIP/JNCIE, Arista EOS, etc.).- CompTIA Network+, Security+- Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, IPv4, VLAN tagging, RSTP, LAG, VTEP, BGP, OSPF, GRE, MPLS, TLS, IPsec, MACsec.Proficiency with network hardware (Juniper (preferred), Cisco, Palo Alto, DELL, Arista)- Strong scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform).- Familiarity with network logging tools (ArcSight, Splunk, other Syslog tools)- Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, IDS/IPS, VPNs, PKI, stateful/stateless firewall with ALG, and symmetric/asymmetric encryption methods, cryptographic hash functions and familiarity of NSA CSFC capabilities & algorithms- Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities; ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.- Ability to obtain a US DoD Secret ClearanceDesired Skills:- 7+ years of experience in Network Communications as a network device SME- Experience with Juniper EX, QFX, SRX, and MX productsNetwork Management: Juniper Apstra, Mist, Ansible (configuration deployment), Syslog, NTPv4, NETConf, SNMPv2/v3- Virtual Hypervisor & Micro Services: VMWare VCF (understanding of vSwitch and vSAN, VM interfaces), K8 (understanding of Kubernetes and containers’ network interfaces and ports)- Experience with high capacity fiber optics MMF and SM i.e. 10/25/40/100 Gbps data ratesSME experience with Wireshark/PCAP and/or TCPDUMP/LIBPCAP packet analysis- SME experience with Network Monitoring tools. Must have experience with SNMP v2c/v3- SME experience with DISA network device STIGS including Network PolicySecurity Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per weekPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $122,900 - $216,660. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.This position is incentive plan eligible.Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: RMSRelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Miscellaneous EngineeringType: Full-TimeShift: First