Network Engineer

Location: 420 National Business Parkway, Jessup, MD

Job Description

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Job Description

 

Summary

The Network Engineer will play a critical role in designing, supporting, and maintaining complex network infrastructures that enable virtual learning environments, classroom technologies, and secure enterprise operations. This position operates in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines and requires strong collaboration across internal teams and customer stakeholders.

Position Responsibilities

• Design and support virtual learning network infrastructure to meet specialized course requirements.

• Design and support classroom network infrastructure tailored to the needs of each instructional environment.

• Troubleshoot network issues and recommend performance‑enhancing modifications while ensuring compliance with all security policies.

• Implement STIG guidance, harden systems, and maintain secure network environments across all assigned platforms.

• Collaborate with team members and provide assistance within their primary areas of responsibility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent combination of education, and experience

• 8+ years of progressively responsible network systems engineering experience. Four additional years may substitute for a degree (total of 12 years).

• Experience with packet capture and network analysis tools.

• Experience implementing security measures, managing firewalls, and monitoring for threats to protect data and infrastructure.

• Experience with Cisco hardware and operating systems.

• Experience with monitoring solutions and datacenter operations.

• Familiarity with installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows and Linux servers.

• Hands‑on experience with routers, switches, encryption technologies, and firewalls.

• Knowledge of applying security patches, updates, and service packs to maintain system integrity.

• Knowledge of monitoring solutions.

• Proficiency with packet capture and network analysis tools.

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, network architecture, and operating systems.

• VMware, vSphere, and vCenter experience strongly desired.

• Working knowledge of Linux platforms and Windows Server environments.

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Certifications

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) required.

• Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Ability to work independently while maintaining awareness of team impacts.

• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across servers, networks, and applications.

• Awareness of datacenter operations and network‑based server systems.

• Experience with network security principles, threats, and vulnerabilities.

• Experience with Palo Alto hardware and operating systems (Level 2).

• Experience with Atlassian tools such as Confluence, Jira, and Bitbucket.

• High attention to detail, enthusiasm, and initiative.

• Understanding of Software‑Defined Networking and micro‑segmentation.

• Understanding of VXLAN and logical networking concepts.

• Scripting knowledge (Python, Perl, etc.).

• Strong analytical and root‑cause problem‑solving skills.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends for maintenance activities.

Salary Range: $146,000 - $182,000

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs.

Note: Our team is always interested in speaking with exceptional candidates though please note this is a Pipeline posting with more of an eye towards our future needs rather than necessarily being an immediate hire.  Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR.  A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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