Job Description

Job Title: Space Test and Training Network Engineer L3 -5280

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Job Salary: $175,000-$190,000

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to join our team as a Space Test and Training Network Engineer. This role provides an exceptional opportunity to work alongside a talented team, supporting mission-critical infrastructure for the United States Space Force (USSF) through the Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Integrated Program Office (IPO).

As a Space Test and Training Network Engineer, you will provide essential support for the acquisition, development, and sustainment of the USSF's long-term test and training network capabilities. You will be responsible for assisting in the planning, coordination, analysis, execution, and reporting of network acquisitions specifically designed to support space systems testing and training. This role requires integrated engineering support across various facets of network infrastructure, from design and acquisition to fielding and sustainment, with a focus on both on-premises and off-premises networks.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in network planning, fiber design, and infrastructure automation, as well as expertise in developing proprietary tools or utilizing commercial solutions to assess and evaluate network architectures. This position requires strong skills in implementing fiber design engineering standards, as well as strategic communication for project deployments, upgrades, and maintenance activities.

Core responsibilities include designing, developing, and delivering network solutions, including topological design, network synthesis, and realization. You will create detailed network documentation, evaluate existing and partner-produced network designs, and ensure that all networks align with cybersecurity regulations and policies. This role also involves managing the end-to-end design, construction, and automation of both physical and wireless networks for test and training, ensuring seamless connectivity across devices and systems.

As a key contributor to infrastructure improvement, you will identify and implement solutions to enhance network functionality, streamline repetitive tasks, and collaborate with vendors and team members to integrate advanced technologies. You will monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance, analyze system functionality, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. This role also entails evaluating vendor network performance and advising on best practices to maintain seamless network operations across USSF's critical infrastructure.

Compensation Minimum: $175,000

Compensation Maximum: $190,000

Job Requirements:

Skills / Experience Required

Hold and maintain a current Top-Secret Clearance, SCI-eligible, with the ability to secure additional security accesses as required
Over 10 years of hands-on, relevant experience within the Department of Defense (DoD), specifically in network engineering and infrastructure support
Significant experience within a System Program Office (SPO) or Program Management Office (PMO), focused on delivering network solutions for DoD projects
Proven expertise in the design, development, and delivery of complex networks and processes, encompassing topological design, network synthesis, and network realization
Skilled in creating detailed network documentation for customer environments, with a demonstrated ability to review and refine vendor or partner-produced documentation
Extensive experience in evaluating network effectiveness and suitability to meet project requirements and operational needs
Experienced in working closely with cybersecurity teams to ensure network compliance with relevant DoD regulations and security policies
Strong background in developing, planning, and managing acquisitions for a range of products and services, providing end-to-end acquisition support
Recognized as a leader in the field, with exceptional analytical skills and a successful track record in complex network engineering
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams of leaders and colleagues in both physical and virtual environments, ensuring seamless collaboration with government and contractor personnel
Capable of performing autonomously, seamlessly engaging with team members and senior leadership with minimal supervision
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges
Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in a DoD environment and to synthesize complex information clearly.
Exceptional organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Required to work on-site full-time, with the flexibility to travel up to 25% as needed for project requirements
Full-time on-site work is required
Travel up to 25% of the time may be required

Education / Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree (required)
Masters’ Degree (desired)
Relevant work experience or training may be considered in lieu of a degree
CompTIA Network+ (strongly desired)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Datacenter (strongly desired)
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) (strongly desired)
Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate or Specialist (JNCIA/JNCIS) (strongly desired)
VCP6-NV (VMware Certified Professional 6 – Network Virtualization) (strongly desired)
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Associate (Certified Solutions Architect) (strongly desired)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k)
PTO
Paid Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

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