Associate Network Communications

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Ellsworth, SD
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 3 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 11 roles within 25 mi

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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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Associate Network Communications joins the Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector team at Ellsworth AFB to provide critical support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance. The role involves real-time troubleshooting, fault isolation, and remediation of communications and networking issues in environments including flightlines, hangars, and command-and-control centers. Responsibilities include deploying equipment, managing local networks through updates and security patches, performing field integration, and conducting trend analysis for engineers. Candidates must possess a CompTIA Security Plus certification or higher and demonstrate proficiency in LAN, WAN, and Cloud network design. Required skills include using network analysis tools like WireShark, Opnet, or SolarWinds, alongside knowledge of hardware configuration. The position addresses the technical challenge of maintaining reliable connectivity and data movement between Ground Systems and external networks within a military flight operations environment.

Skills

LAN WAN WireShark Opnet SolarWinds Microsoft Office CompTIA Security Network+ Network Security Fault Isolation System Integration

What you'll do

Provide real-time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance.
Perform fault isolation, remediation, and resolution for communications and networking issues.
Account for, control, and deploy equipment in flightline, hangar, and command-and-control environments.
Resolve connectivity and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
Provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface.
Manage local networks through updates, configurations, security patches, and technical documentation.
Analyze supplier design data and define functional test requirements for system integration.
Troubleshoot and repair internal operational issues in coordination with system admins and maintainers.

What we're looking for

Must have a High School diploma/GED plus 4 years of training, an Associate’s Degree plus 2 years of training, or a Bachelor's degree.
Current CompTIA Security Plus or higher certification is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Knowledge of basic network security and designing/maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks.
Experience using network analysis tools such as WireShark, Opnet, or SolarWinds.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
Network+ or higher certification, Top Secret clearance, and experience in Air Force flightline environments are preferred.

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