Network Engineer - Level 2 or 3
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Boulder
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees
have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that
impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations
to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be
at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's
history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to
stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who
have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces
to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture
thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing
your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do
what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of
history, they're making history. We are seeking a highly skilled
and motivated Network Engineer 2/3 to join our dynamic team in
Boulder, CO. The Network Engineer will: Support the design,
development, and analysis of Ground Station requirements. Integrate
Network Hardware in support of Ground Based Systems architecture
and support communications infrastructure. Troubleshoot technical
problems and issues, determines technical solution in accordance
with product and customer specifications, and recommends actions.
Research, develop, and test a variety of electronic equipment and
systems, including communications equipment and systems, and
control and test equipment. Evaluate and resolve engineering
related production problems related to manufacturing, design, and
quality. Analyze engineering specifications and drawings; confers
with quality, and subcontractors to provide and obtain technical
information; investigates reports of defective, damaged or
malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment or systems; and reviews
production schedules and orders. Evaluate findings to formulate
corrective actions. Responsible for research and/or product
development in more than one engineering discipline. Support and
participate in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and
assembly of electromechanical systems. Assess product needs in
accordance with customer specifications. May conduct technical
training and product briefing with customers, vendors, and company
representatives. Implement and refine designs for business
technology initiatives. Enforce policies for standardizing and
adherence to systems, security and Industry practices. Follow CM
processes to iterate on network design and implementation
documents. This requisition may be filled at a higher job grade
based on the qualifications listed below. This requisition may be
filled as either a Level 2 or a Level 3. Basic Qualifications for a
Level 2: · Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience;
Master's degree with 0 years of relevant experience; Associate's
degree with 4 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years
of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. ·
Basic understanding and demonstrated skills with Network
Architectures · U.S. citizenship is required for this role · Active
DoD Secret-level Security Clearance or the ability to obtain ·
Ability to work alone or in small teams to complete projects ·
Ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and
non-technical persons · Experience with industry wiring (copper and
fiber) standards · Experience with routing and switching network
equipment and protocols · Experience with security concepts and
firewall management · Experience with DoD encryption implementation
and standards · Experience with HW, RF, and Cisco systems, test
equipment, technical troubleshooting, and problem solving. ·
Experience with engineering drawings and technical manuals, and the
use thereof for operating, maintenance and troubleshooting
equipment. Basic Qualifications for a Level 3: · Bachelor's degree
with 5 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 3 years
of relevant experience; Associate's degree with 7 years of relevant
experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be
considered in lieu of a degree. · Basic understanding and
demonstrated skills with Network Architectures · U.S. citizenship
is required for this role · Active DoD Secret-level Security
Clearance or the ability to obtain · Ability to work alone or in
small teams to complete projects · Ability to communicate complex
concepts to both technical and non-technical persons · Experience
with industry wiring (copper and fiber) standards · Experience with
routing and switching network equipment and protocols · Experience
with security concepts and firewall management · Experience with
DoD encryption implementation and standards · Experience with HW,
RF, and Cisco systems, test equipment, technical troubleshooting,
and problem solving. · Experience with engineering drawings and
technical manuals, and the use thereof for operating, maintenance
and troubleshooting equipment. Preferred Qualifications: · DOD
TS/SCI Clearance · Sec · CCNA/JNCIA · CCNP/JNCIP · GIT Experience ·
MBSE Experience – Cameo preferred · Strong familiarity with network
architecture · Comprehensive experience with TCP/IP, firewalls,
switching, routing · Effective time management and organization
skills · Effective diagnostic and problem-solving skills ·
Attention to detail, planning and documentation skills · Ability to
work independently and in a team environment · Ability to travel
between 10 and 25% of the year · Maintain thorough understanding of
new developments and techniques in information technology Primary
Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00 Secondary Level Salary
Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00 The above salary range represents
a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number
of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope
and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's
experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime,
shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base
pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions
as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees
in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long
Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety
of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and
disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid
time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The
application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the
job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or
extended depending on business needs and the availability of
qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity
Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion,
creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,
national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other
protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency
statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S.
Citizenship is required for all positions with a government
clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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