Principal Network Communications

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Barksdale, LA
Salary: $84,700–$127,100 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 3 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 6 roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $164k

This role $106k

$71k most similar roles pay here $211k

This role pays less than 88% of similar roles. Most pay $131,412–$197,312 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $106k versus about $164k for comparable roles.

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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

Northrop Grumman currently has 455 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 271 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Network Communications

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The Principal Network Communications/ Network Communications role involves providing real-time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance. The selected individual will perform fault isolation, remediation, and resolution for communications and networking issues while managing equipment deployment and data movement between Ground Systems and external networks. Responsibilities include field integration, troubleshooting, and repairing systems in flightline environments, hangars, and command-and-control centers. The role requires expertise in LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks, as well as experience with STIG compliance, TACLANES encryption devices, and analysis tools like WireShark, Opnet, and SolarWinds. Candidates must possess a CompTIA Security Plus certification and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. This position addresses critical connectivity challenges within military flight operations to ensure seamless communication for ground and flight systems.

Skills

LAN WAN CompTIA Security STIG Compliance WireShark Opnet SolarWinds Microsoft Office TACLANES Encryption Devices Network Hardware Fault Isolation System Integration Remote Cloud Architecture

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.
Execute field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of systems in flightline, hangar, and command centers.
Manage local networks through updates, configurations, security patches, and technical drawings.
Coordinate with partners to resolve connectivity and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
Lead air crew engagement for the analysis of complex technical problems during operations.
Analyze supplier design data and define functional test requirements for system integration.
Maintain and integrate communications and networking equipment required for ground and flight operations.

What we're looking for

Must be able to obtain or maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification is required.
Experience with STIG compliance, designing/maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud networks, and maintaining network hardware is required.
Experience configuring and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES) and using tools like WireShark or SolarWinds is required.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends is required.
Active Top Secret clearance, remote cloud architecture expertise, and flightline or aircraft communication system experience are preferred.
Master’s Degree.

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