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The GFE Network Operations & Support Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational support of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) networks and associated infrastructure. This role provides hands-on networking expertise to ensure GFE environments remain secure, reliable, available, and compliant with operational and mission requirements.The position works closely with network engineering, systems administration, cybersecurity, security operations, and mission stakeholders to maintain network connectivity and resolve infrastructure issues across GFE environments.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full- time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility100% of the time.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• An Active Secret Security Clearance and CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex problems in a production environment
• Minimum of a High School Diploma and 3 or more years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with at least one virtualization platform
• Good understanding of Cisco and Juniper technologies
• Experience with LAN switching technologies such as VLANS, spanning tree, and ether-channel
• Capable of configuring network routing protocols such as Static OSPF & BGP
• Comfortable with Firewall routing, policy, and inspection
• Familiarity with configuring and managing NAT devices
• Experience with IP-Sec VPNs

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Experience with various WAN technologies such as MPLS and Ethernet
Familiarity with networking requirements for high performance storage systems
Familiarity with multicast technologies and anycast routing
Experience with high speed Ethernet technologies (25GB, 40GB, & 100GB physical implementation)
Experience in base networking architecture support


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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