Senior Network Engineer

Portland, OR, United States

Senior Network Engineer - Hybrid

Curtiss-Wright, Defense Electronics, a global leader in defense technologies, is seeking a skilled Senior Network Engineer. This position involves working hands-on to develop and enhance PacStar’s integrated solutions product offerings. Work with a tight-knit, cross-functional engineering team in PacStar’s Portland office to develop solutions to enable compute and communications functions in tactical/man-portable form factors that were previously only possible in the datacenter. Our products are used by military, emergency responders, and forward-looking commercial enterprises worldwide.

What it takes: You are adept in troubleshooting difficult hardware and software issues. You approach difficult problems with a solution-oriented mindset and a track record of success. You have advanced experience in designing, configuring, and maintaining TCP/IP networks and devices. You have advanced experience in routing, switching, security, and Wi-Fi from various vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Palo Alto, Ruckus, etc. You have advanced experience in operating systems such as Windows, Windows Server, VMware ESXi & Linux. You have experience with Network and Systems security using 802.1x, Public Key Infrastructure/Certificates, Certificate Authorities, etc.

Location: Portland, OR

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Your Challenge:

Will perform high-level systems analysis, evaluation, integration, documentation, and implementation of very complex networking and systems solutions that require a thorough knowledge of administrative and technical skills

Perform a variety of advanced networking configurations and technologies

Develop and implement VPN integrations related to the operation, performance, or availability of data communications networks

Integration, test and troubleshooting of hardware, software and networking for PacStar products

Develop and implement procedures for configuration and testing of systems

Produce and support integrated systems for Marketing, Sales, and End Customers

Ability to write and create documents and procedures for internal and external users

Responsible for quality levels maintained in PacStar products

Performance requires physical attendance as necessary

Other duties as assigned

What You Bring

US Citizenship Required

8+ years in network or systems engineering in a production environment

Ability to present complex technology to technical and non-technical audiences

Expert level experience with IP networking and networking devices (Switches, Routers, Firewalls, etc.)

Cisco CCNP, Aruba ACMP, Juniper JNCIP or equivalent required

Extensive experience integrating secure communications between multiple network equipment vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Riverbed, Aruba, Ruckus, etc.) required

Experience with PKI (certificates, certificate authorities, and revocation checking) strongly desired

Experience with PC hardware and troubleshooting

Experience with VMware vSphere (ESXi) strongly desired

Experience with Microsoft Windows strongly desired

Experience with Linux strongly desired

Experience with network management applications such as SolarWinds, SNMPc, Nagios, etc. is a plus

Experience with CSfC solutions is a plus

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Independent professional that can perform job assignment with limited supervision

Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds of test equipment at least 40 feet

Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines

Accuracy and attention to detail and quality orientation a must

Ability to obtain Secret Clearance

Ability to travel up to 25% of time

Who We Are

Pacific Star Communications, a Curtiss-Wright company, designs, manufactures and integrates hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. Intuitive and wizard-based, IQ-Core Software simplifies setup and enables management of these complex deployed networks by users with limited training. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA here at PacStar and we look for the same in our employees. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.

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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team (TA [email protected]) _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 90 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.