Network Orchestration Engineer
Job in
Laurel, Jones County, Mississippi, 39441, USA
Listing for:
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-22
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 230000 USD Yearly
USD
90000.00
230000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
Do you have experience solving real world problems related to network engineering?
Are you searching for meaningful work to solve communications and networking challenges for advanced research and development and novel test and evaluation?
If so, we want you to join our team of engineers working on a set of evolving challenges.
We are seeking a flexible engineer to join a team that loves solving problems and building capabilities that will contribute to operational prototypes. Our team is committed to the mission and passionate about developing capabilities for specialized networks!
As a Networking Orchestration Engineer, you will...
Explore technologies and develop solutions to address evolving threats.Have the opportunity to engage with sponsors to understand and seek solutions to their toughest problems.Help design and orchestrate tailored networks and/or threat representative networks.Work with concepts like traffic engineering, software defined networking, protocol manipulation over network types including wired, wireless, LOS, BLOS, and mesh.Qualifications
You meet the minimum qualifications for this position if you have ...
A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or another related field.Experience with several of the following environments and tools:
Linux, Ansible, Containers, C/C++, Python, Java, MATLAB.Experience with relational and No
SQL database technologies (e.g., Postgre
SQL, Mongo
DB, Elastic).Experience with message brokers (e.g., Rabbit
MQ, Kafka, ZMQ), or other methods of inter-process communication.An understanding of routing protocols, such as OSPF and i/BGP.Knowledge of, and experience with, the network and transport layers of communication or networking systems, IPV4/6, TCP and other emerging protocols.The ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have ...
An advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another related field from an accredited university.Expert level knowledge of network testbed development and experience with network emulation/simulation.Operational experience with virtualization and enterprise computing platforms.Relevant experience with military and commercial satellite communication systems and network engineering.Experience in project management/development, ideally leading multi-disciplinary teams.Familiarity with Software Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN).Insight into software frameworks for Software Defined Radios (SDR) such as GNU Radio, embedded system architecture, RF design and spectrum management, GPS/GNSS and other localization technologies/concepts.Knowledge of system acquisition development, from requirements definition to implementation and testing.Possess a current and active U.S. Government Security Clearance – Top Secret level.This position is on-site at APL's main campus (Laurel, MD) with occasional travel to commercial and government test sites.
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career…
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