Senior Network Engineer

Overview

Job Title:
Senior Network Engineer

Location:
Arnold AFB, TN

Job Family Code: P – IT / Cyber Security / Network Systems

Function/Branch: MIS/Infrastructure

Directorate:
Engineering & Tech Support

Position Type:
Regular, Full-Time

Pay Type:
Exempt

Grade: L10 (PA1011)

Salary Range: $123,000 - $180,000 / year

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer supporting TOS II, at Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The Network Engineer will work as a member of an integrated team responsible for operating and maintaining the United States Air Force Test Operations efforts at AEDC.

This position requires occasional scheduled extended hours and/or weekend work to meet critical contractual requirements and occasional unscheduled night or weekend support in emergency situations.

The individual hired for this position will function as a Senior Network Engineer supporting test operations, system/maintenance engineering, and/or design engineering for computer networks used for real-time data acquisition systems and/or facility control systems in one or more of the various AEDC test facilities. The networks involved are critical to ensuring facility data acquisition and control systems are available and adequate to meet test mission requirements.

Core responsibilities of this role include providing the engineering support required for the design, configuration, cyber security configuration and maintenance of these critical test facility networks.

Network Engineers at AEDC are critical to the execution of the test mission. Specifically, duties for this position include:

• Architect, implement, and manage complex network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance
• Lead the development of network system requirements, including the preparation of engineering studies, reports, and design calculations
• Configure network systems to meet and exceed DoD cybersecurity requirements and protocols.
• Provide critical support for test facility network systems, both in preparation for and during active operations
• Develop and execute system verification and validation test plans to ensure network integrity and performance
• Oversee the full lifecycle of network hardware and software, from evaluation and procurement to system maintenance and decommissioning
• Drive the automation of network tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Act as a primary point of contact for troubleshooting complex network outages and performance issues to minimize downtime
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to other engineering staff, establishing best practices and common work processes
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network architecture, including concept sketches, layouts, and material estimates
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
• Perform other related duties as required

• Bachelor’s degree focusing in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering
• 10 years of experience
• In lieu of Bachelor’s degree 14 years of experience in Network Engineering
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance and access to DoD network and computer systems
• Current U. S. Citizenship required

• 10+ years of proven, hands‑on experience in network engineering and architecture
• Advanced, practical knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), firewalls, and VPNs
• Experience with computer-aided design/computer-aided engineering (CAD/CAE) tools
• Professional certifications such as CCNA, or CCNP
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and solve challenging analytical problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Active DoD secret or higher‑level security clearance
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

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