Associate Network Communications

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Melbourne, FL
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 45 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Northrop Grumman

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 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 issues in military environments including flightlines, hangars, and command-and-control centers. Responsibilities include managing equipment deployment, performing field integration, applying security patches, and coordinating with partners to resolve data movement problems between Ground Systems and external networks. The position requires proficiency in LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks, as well as experience with encryption devices like TACLANES and analysis tools such as WireShark, Opnet, and SolarWinds. Candidates must possess a CompTIA Security Plus certification and knowledge of STIG compliance to maintain the Ground Communications Interface while ensuring seamless connectivity for aircraft systems in complex flight operations environments.

Skills

LAN WAN WireShark SolarWinds Opnet STIG Compliance TACLANES Encryption Devices Microsoft Office Fault Isolation System Integration

What you'll do

Provide real-time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance.
Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in military flight environments.
Resolve connectivity and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
Manage local network infrastructure through updates, configurations, security patches, and technical drawings.
Communicate complex technical issues to local support teams, Main Operation Bases, and Responsible Engineers.
Lead air crew engagement for solving complex technical problems during operations.
Analyze supplier design data and define functional test requirements for system integration.
Manage the testing, maintenance, and integration of communications and networking equipment.

What we're looking for

Must have a High School diploma plus 4 years of experience, an Associate’s Degree plus 2 years, or a Bachelor’s Degree.
Current CompTIA Security Plus or higher certification is required.
Experience with STIG compliance is required.
Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks is required.
Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware and encryption devices (TACLANES) is required.
Experience using network analysis tools like WireShark, Opnet, or SolarWinds is required.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends is required.
Must be able to maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance; Top Secret clearance and Special Program Access are preferred.