Senior Network Engineer

About the role

MTSI is seeking a Network Engineer to support a high‑visibility Air Force program at Wright‑Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH. The customer Program Office provides planning and acquisition of cost-effective, long-term critical U.S. Air Force capabilities in an Integrated Product Team structure. The candidate will work side by side with customers and other contractors in the Program Office, and will interface with major defense contractors who supply critical defense capabilities. The majority of the work will be performed in the customer workspace. Some travel is expected (up to 20%).

Responsibilities

• Serve as tactical network Engineer guiding the implementation of robust communication network architectures using commercial and military systems.
• Provide subject matter expertise support to technical reviews and serve on high level reviews and provide critical support to Capability Release Team.
• Support program office in evaluating development, integration, modernization, and sustainment initiatives across the portfolio.
• Evaluate contractor and other government entity technical proposals, develop and analyze technical, engineering and test/verification plans, and represent the organization across government and industry communities.
• Design secure, scalable, and resilient network infrastructure to support real-time communications and data transfer.
• Define plan for implementation and oversight of network configurations, hardware installations, and upgrades.
• Identify management tools for network performance, troubleshooting to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Collaborate with IT and operational teams to integrate network solutions with various systems, including sensors, communication systems, and external databases.
• Ensure seamless interoperability between different tactical systems.
• Advise on the optimization of network performance to support mission-critical operations.
• Analyze equipment and software performance deficiencies and make recommendations for corrective actions.
• Support requirements development, allocation, and verification.
• Support review and evaluation of weapon system design, analyses, and verification documentation and reports.
• Gather and develop technical and business data necessary to build and, as required, present program briefs.
• Support source selections in a technical advisory role as requested.

Required Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience with 14 years of relevant DoD networks experience.
• Familiarity with the DoD acquisitions process.
• Familiarization with different tactical Datalinks and aircraft communication systems.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex network systems.
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, hardware, and software (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, SNMP, VoIP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, IPSEC, SSL, VPN).
• Strong understanding of network architecture principles, including routing, switching, and wireless communications.
• Strong background in cybersecurity principles and practices, particularly as they apply to military networks.
• Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools.
• Proficiency in network security tools and protocols.
• Familiarity with military communication systems, DoD standards and regulations.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in military or defense-related network management and architecture.
• Certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, TOGAF, CCDP, or other equivalent certifications.
• Knowledge of DoD, USAF, and interagency information assurance requirements.
• Familiarization with current applicable SAP and SCI information assurance requirements (JSIG, RMF, JAFAN, etc.).
• Technical support experience in RF technologies including terrestrial and space-based RF communications, government and commercial satellite systems, commercial cellular and wireless, and understanding of 5G technologies and embedded software/firmware development.
• Knowledge of numerous methods of communication/data transmission (e.g., Link 16, SADL, MADL, IFDL, TTNT, lasercom, or other various BLOS, LOS and DLOS).
• Expertise in network design, implementation, and management within tactical environments (LOS, DLOS, BLOS, MOUS, etc.).
• Experience with aircraft communication systems.

Education Requirements

• B.S. degree in an engineering or technical discipline (required).
• Master’s degree in engineering or technical discipline (desired).

Clearance

Required Clearance: TS/SCI