Network Engineer
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Boulder, CO, United States
Job Description
At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers.
Kratos is seeking a highly motivated candidate as a Network Engineer, in Boulder, CO, for a large space ground system program. The candidate will work closely with system developers, test, and on‑site user support personnel to support system updates, and ensure project objectives are met. Primary responsibilities include Network design and execution/compliance, preparation for SRR/PDR/CDR level review, meeting and working group support, and contributions towards future Task Orders, ECPs and CCPs.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with Program leadership to ensure all Network Engineering requirements are met
Lead/Conduct studies and capture technical analysis in support future design reviews
Support all required IPTs, TIMs, WGs and Ad hoc meetings
Participate in CDRLs generation and deliveries based on customer prescribed schedule
Provide technical advice to our customers on architectures and potential solutions
Execute SecDevOps processes and related Agile practices (Atlassian suite)
Support System Product Owners as required
Participate in requirements decomposition and analysis
System
etwork design and architecture
System documentation generation and updates
Attend and support highly technical engineering team meetings
Develop and deliver effective customer presentations (design reviews, status reports, kickoff meetings, support test plans) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system level
Experience and Skills
10+ years Network engineering
BS in a STEM degree field
Support programs through SRR, PDR, CDR or equivalent design reviews
CCNA, CCNP, and equivalent Senior level Network certifications for CISCO and Juniper systems
Support firewall, switch, and router configurations and upgrades
Experience with Network security configurations and hardening
Design, deploy, and maintain LAN and WAN infrastructure
Configure and manage routing protocols, MPLS connectivity, and subnet design
Implement and support virtual networking solutions across on‑prem and cloud environments
Experience with satellite ground systems
Familiarity with modern IT infrastructure capabilities to include virtualization, cloud deployment and containerization (CNFs)
Complete knowledge of Agile methodology
Candidate must be self‑motivated and comfortable with supporting multiple groups of developers, engineers, and testers.
Candidate must be able to articulate technical concepts orally and in written forms both internally to the team, as well as, externally to the customer and users.
Working knowledge of space systems, including ground systems and system development processes
Preferred Skills and Experience
Advanced certifications (CCNP, specialization tracks, or equivalent)
Experience with Juniper networking equipment and operating systems
Experience working alongside or in a network architect role
Exposure to enterprise network design and large-scale infrastructure planning
Experience with software‑defined networking (SDN) technologies
Familiarity with cloud networking platforms and integrations
Knowledge of network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.)
Experience supporting high‑availability and multi‑site environments
Security+ certification is not required but is beneficial to the position
Competitive salary based on experience and education. Salary Range: $115,000-$160,000.
Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency: The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice: For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers.
Kratos is seeking a highly motivated candidate as a Network Engineer, in Boulder, CO, for a large space ground system program. The candidate will work closely with system developers, test, and on‑site user support personnel to support system updates, and ensure project objectives are met. Primary responsibilities include Network design and execution/compliance, preparation for SRR/PDR/CDR level review, meeting and working group support, and contributions towards future Task Orders, ECPs and CCPs.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with Program leadership to ensure all Network Engineering requirements are met
Lead/Conduct studies and capture technical analysis in support future design reviews
Support all required IPTs, TIMs, WGs and Ad hoc meetings
Participate in CDRLs generation and deliveries based on customer prescribed schedule
Provide technical advice to our customers on architectures and potential solutions
Execute SecDevOps processes and related Agile practices (Atlassian suite)
Support System Product Owners as required
Participate in requirements decomposition and analysis
System
etwork design and architecture
System documentation generation and updates
Attend and support highly technical engineering team meetings
Develop and deliver effective customer presentations (design reviews, status reports, kickoff meetings, support test plans) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system level
Experience and Skills
10+ years Network engineering
BS in a STEM degree field
Support programs through SRR, PDR, CDR or equivalent design reviews
CCNA, CCNP, and equivalent Senior level Network certifications for CISCO and Juniper systems
Support firewall, switch, and router configurations and upgrades
Experience with Network security configurations and hardening
Design, deploy, and maintain LAN and WAN infrastructure
Configure and manage routing protocols, MPLS connectivity, and subnet design
Implement and support virtual networking solutions across on‑prem and cloud environments
Experience with satellite ground systems
Familiarity with modern IT infrastructure capabilities to include virtualization, cloud deployment and containerization (CNFs)
Complete knowledge of Agile methodology
Candidate must be self‑motivated and comfortable with supporting multiple groups of developers, engineers, and testers.
Candidate must be able to articulate technical concepts orally and in written forms both internally to the team, as well as, externally to the customer and users.
Working knowledge of space systems, including ground systems and system development processes
Preferred Skills and Experience
Advanced certifications (CCNP, specialization tracks, or equivalent)
Experience with Juniper networking equipment and operating systems
Experience working alongside or in a network architect role
Exposure to enterprise network design and large-scale infrastructure planning
Experience with software‑defined networking (SDN) technologies
Familiarity with cloud networking platforms and integrations
Knowledge of network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.)
Experience supporting high‑availability and multi‑site environments
Security+ certification is not required but is beneficial to the position
Competitive salary based on experience and education. Salary Range: $115,000-$160,000.
Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency: The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice: For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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