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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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The Principal Network Communications role involves providing real-time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance at Edwards AFB. You will perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in environments including flightlines, hangars, and command-and-control centers. Responsibilities include managing connectivity between Ground Systems and external networks, performing local network management through updates and security patches, and conducting trend analysis for engineers. The role requires expertise in LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks, as well as experience with encryption devices like TACLANES and tools such as WireShark, Opnet, and SolarWinds. You will ensure STIG compliance while maintaining hardware to support ground and flight operations. This position addresses critical communication infrastructure for military flight operations, ensuring seamless data movement and network reliability within a high-stakes aviation environment.
Provide real-time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance.
Perform fault isolation, remediation, and resolution for communication and networking issues.
Execute field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of systems in flightline, hangar, and command centers.
Manage local network configurations, security patches, and hardware updates.
Resolve connectivity and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
Analyze supplier design data and define functional test requirements for system integration.
Lead air crew engagement to resolve complex technical problems during operations.
Provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface.
What we're looking for
Must have a High School diploma/GED and 9 years of experience, an Associate’s Degree and 7 years, a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years, or a Master’s Degree and 3 years of Network Communications/Administration experience.
Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification is required.
Must be able to obtain, transfer, and maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.
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.
Proficiency in network analysis tools like WireShark, Opnet, or SolarWinds and the Microsoft Office suite is required.
Active U.S. government Top Secret clearance, Special Program Access, and experience with Air Force flightline environments are preferred.
LAN
WAN
WireShark
Opnet
SolarWinds
STIG Compliance
TACLANES
Microsoft Office
Encryption Devices
Network Hardware
Fault Isolation
System Integration
security
LAN
WAN
Cloud Architecture
WireShark
Opnet
SolarWinds
STIG Compliance
TACLANES
Microsoft Office
Network Hardware
security
Fault Isolation
System Integration
Data Movement
Remote Cloud Architecture
LAN
WAN
WireShark
Opnet
SolarWinds
STIG Compliance
TACLANES
Microsoft Office
Encryption Devices
Network Hardware
System Integration
Fault Isolation
Troubleshooting
security
LAN
WAN
Cloud Architecture
WireShark
Opnet
SolarWinds
STIG Compliance
TACLANES
Microsoft Office
Encryption Devices
Network Hardware
Fault Isolation
System Integration