Job Description

Join our team as a Senior Principal Networking Engineer in FAST Labs Engineering
As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on enabling network solutions for cutting-edge RF systems, collaborating with others to design, develop, and implement innovative mission solutions. Your work will involve:

• Architecting and Implementing Experimental Networks: Design and deploy network infrastructures, utilizing VLAN configurations to meet specific experimental test goals and mission intent.
• Integrating Complex Systems: Lead the integration of new systems into existing private network infrastructures, ensuring seamless connectivity while maintaining network stability and performance.
• Supporting Test Campaigns: Set up and manage experimental networks in laboratory and field environments, providing critical networking support during high-priority test events.
• Network Management and Debugging: Perform advanced troubleshooting and debugging across the network to ensure system performance and operating requirements are met.
• Collaborating with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with multi-disciplinary engineers to translate test requirements into technical network configurations.
• Maintaining Technical Documentation: Document network architectures, VLAN maps, and configuration standards to ensure continuity and scalability of the program's infrastructure.

Grow Your Career with a Purpose
At BAE Systems, we're committed to helping you achieve your full potential in the RF engineering field. You'll be part of a high-performing team of passionate and motivated engineers who share a common goal: to protect our military service personnel and innovate for the greater good. Our mission is built on two core principles: "Protecting Those Who Protect Us" and "Innovating for Those Who Move the World". By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and advance your career through ongoing growth and development opportunities. We're dedicated to supporting your continued education and professional development, offering comprehensive training programs, mentorship, and tuition assistance to help you pursue advanced degrees or certifications. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills in a specific area or take your career to the next level, we're committed to investing in your future and helping you achieve your goals.

Work Environment
This role requires 100% on-site work at a BAE Systems facility due to the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and secure access to sensitive information. Occasional domestic travel may be required to support integration and test events.

Required Skills and Education

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of professional experience in network engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Expertise in Layer 2 switch networking and VLAN configuration
• Hands-on experience with Cisco switching hardware (specifically Catalyst 9200 and 9300 series
• Proficiency in configuring network interfaces within Ubuntu/Linux environment
• Strong understanding of the OSI model (Layers 1 through 3) and associated protocols

Preferred Skills and Education

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Master's Degree or PhD in an engineering or technical field
• Experience with Cisco Firewall implementation and management
• Advanced Ubuntu/Linux system administration skills
• Experience architecting and implementing Layer 3 VLANs and routing protocols
• Experience supporting high-performance networking in a rapid prototyping, R&D, or field environment
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Security+)

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).