Lead, Network Engineering

Logos Space is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite system purpose-built to serve the connectivity needs of the commercial enterprise users and government users. We will help fill an important gap in the market, providing resilient, high-performance satellite-based connectivity services to enterprise and government customers worldwide. Business customers have contracts with agreed-upon performance standards for their broadband, and Logos will build these capabilities into the system from the beginning. Speed and reliability are the foundation of the system. Logos is designed to extend cloud and data center network connectivity anywhere in the world to fixed, seaborne, and airborne terminals.

Logos is led by a team of highly experienced engineers with proven track records in the networking and satellite industries.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Networking Technology Lead to spearhead the design, implementation, and optimization of our cutting-edge network infrastructure. This pivotal role will focus on developing a robust satellite routing framework and managing our core routing MPLS systems. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in network architecture, routing protocols, and satellite communication technologies, coupled with strong leadership and project management abilities.

The full responsibilities include:

• Satellite Routing Framework Development:‍

  • Design and implement a comprehensive routing framework for satellite-based communication networks, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability. Understand the implications of network planning on spacecraft operations.

  • Evaluate and select appropriate routing protocols for hybrid satellite and terrestrial networks.

  • Develop strategies for handling satellite-specific challenges, such as latency, bandwidth, demand variations, and link disruptions.

  • Optimize network performance through traffic engineering, QoS mechanisms, and routing policy configuration.

• Core Routing (MPLS) Systems Management:‍

  • Design and develop Logos’s service network routing infrastructure, similar to MPLS technologies.

  • Design and implement Logos network solutions to support various services and customer requirements.

  • Troubleshoot complex routing and performance issues, ensuring network stability and minimizing downtime.

  • Examine networking approaches in the context of the other Logos considerations, such as payload impacts, terminal design, and customer equipment interfaces and requirements.

  • lan and execute network evolution and constellation expansions, incorporating new technologies and services.

• Network Architecture and Design:‍

  • Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and operational procedures.

  • Evaluate and recommend new networking technologies and solutions to enhance network capabilities and performance.

  • Ensure network security by implementing appropriate access controls, firewall policies, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

• Leadership and Collaboration:‍

  • Build a Networking Team at Logos capable of driving development across the system.

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of network engineers.

  • Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including payload and bus engineering, operations, vendors, to ensure network integration and support.

  • Manage network projects, including planning, resource allocation, and progress tracking.

  • Support business development in working with potential end customers to integrate the Logos service into their networks.

• Research and Development:‍

  • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in networking technologies, that would impact the product needs for the Logos Service

  • Participate in industry forums and standards bodies to contribute to the development of next-generation networking solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Creative approach to problem solving and new solutions

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on routing and switching.

• 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing complex routing solutions, at the core level of networks, such as MPLS in dynamic environments

• Strong understanding of satellite communication technologies and network architectures.

• Experience with network simulation and modeling tools.

• Excellent problem-solving skills. and ability to work as part of a systems team that examined all aspects of networking impacts on mission goals.

• Strong leadership, communication, and project management abilities.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).

• Experience with space-based networks

• Knowledge of network security best practices and technologies.

• Familiarity with various core IP routing technologies

• Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible).

• Understanding of quality of service (QoS) principles and implementation.

• Ability and willingness to attain a Top Secret Clearance‍

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Logos Space Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering creativity, curiosity and diverse perspectives among employees. We seek to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and drive outstanding results. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. Offers will be contingent on the candidate's ability to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.

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