Lead Wireless Engineer supporting Air Force Modernization program through network architecture and installation. Responsible for ensuring compliance with Air Force standards and designing secure network solutions.
About the role
- Network Engineer specializing in Optical Systems within classified Federal Defense environments. Leading network architecture initiatives and providing strategic business consultation in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop network architecture, security, reliability, and business continuity plans for optical and hybrid network environments.
- Create and execute implementation, integration, cutover, and interoperability plans supporting classified DoD missions.
- Provide strategic business consultation, including organizational alignment, business process development, and business case formulation for enterprise network initiatives.
- Lead and mentor multiple teams of network and systems engineers engaged in highly complex projects across design, integration, and R&D domains.
- Serve as a technical authority for evaluating new network technologies and innovations applicable to defense optical infrastructure.
- Define and drive research and development efforts involving novel approaches to classified network systems architecture.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders, program managers, and customers to ensure designs align with DoD STIG, IA, and security compliance standards.
- Produce detailed technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and lifecycle management plans.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture within DoD or Federal classified environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in optical networking technologies, including with Ciena 6500 Packet-Optical systems, including DWDM, OTN, and WaveLogic transponders, within carrier-grade or classified environments.
- Strong understanding of DISA STIG compliance, IA controls, and DoD network security best practices.
- Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams and managing enterprise-scale network design projects.
- Hands-on experience developing architecture roadmaps, R&D plans, and business continuity strategies.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
- Active DoD Secret clearance required upon start.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision plans through CareFirst
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary match, profit sharing, and 3% safe harbor contribution
- Paid Time Off: 15 days annually; Unlimited PTO after 5 years
- 11 Paid Holidays plus 5-day carryover allowance
- Education Reimbursement for approved coursework or trade training
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and family care support
- Company-Paid Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits (DC Metro area)
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