Network Engineer (Hybrid- Maryland, VA, DE, PA, NJ)

Fairwinds Technologies, L | United States•Remote

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About Us:

Fairwinds Technologies is a U.S. engineering company specializing in Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Radio Frequency Transmission Systems, Network Design, Systems Integration, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technologies. We support Command, Control, Communications, and Computer (C4) systems used in austere military environments. We provide communications, networking, and information technology solutions for defense and civilian agencies around the world.

Network Systems Engineer

Fairwinds is looking for innovators who can successfully execute across multiple disciplines as part of a small business environment. An ideal candidate would be an out of the box thinker, develop innovative solutions, and provide expertise in an IP connected environment across RF Tactical & Naval Military Solutions to strategic border protection Applications. This would include experience in communications systems, IP-networking & test engineering including SATCOM and terrestrial wireless transmission systems integrated with Software Defined Networking.

Work under the Chief Technology & Strategy Office to define Integrated Tactical Network Engineering Design Investments and develop multiple system of system design solutions and configurations for customers across the communications spectrums. Ability to design and implementation of flexible open standard interfaces for tactical applications. Looking for someone that can interact with both customers & engineering design teams to identify their subject matter expertise towards overall system design for new cutting-edge technologies and identify current issues and correct those to the customers satisfaction.

Annual Salary Range- $100K – $175K

Compensation- Salary

At Fairwinds, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. Other benefits include medical/dental/vision plans available, 401K, 100% employer sponsored life insurance.

Location: APG, MD

Targeted Recruiting Area: Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Washington DC.

Type: Hybrid can be up to 40 hours a week in the office as needed. Travel up to 30%. Hybrid weeks may vary depending on when the job requires you to be in the office.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer, Software, Electrical, Electronics, Network Science, or Systems Engineering. Or a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
• 6+ Years of Military Experience in this area will be considered as a replacement for a college degree.
• 3 years’ experience designing networked system of systems for Naval, USAF, Army, or USMC Military platforms.
• 3 years’ experience with designing integrated networked solutions for rapid prototyping and quick reaction communications systems.
• Understanding of materials science and thermal management engineering.
• Understanding of open system interfaces and the challenges involved in integrating systems from different manufacturers.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in systems engineering design and development.
• Ability to not shy away from technical challenges and an approach of how it can be done, not how it can’t be done.
• Experience with SATCOM, Terrestrial Wireless/Radio, & SD-WAN Aggregation Systems.
• Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+, VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) certification
• Experience with cyber security infrastructure.
• Experience writing Technical White Papers
• Ability to work independently and up to 25% remote.
• Ability to Travel up to 30% of the time.
• Ability to brief non-technical Senior Leadership with experience briefing on highly technical matters.
• US Citizen
• Active Secret or higher DoD Security Clearance

Additional Experience in these areas is a plus:

• Master of Electrical or Systems Engineering – Or equivalent
• 10 years’ experience in development of integrated system designs utilizing multiple transmission means including Mobile SATCOM Systems.
• 5 years’ experience with Pacstar Smart Chassis Systems
• A background in scientific programming using languages such as C, C++, Fortran, Python, Rust, or Julia

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time, exempt position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be a U.S citizen with the ability to possess a valid US DoD security clearance.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity