Network Engineer

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Long Beach, CA, USA
In-Office
105K-140K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Defense • Manufacturing
Delivering decisive capabilities for space superiority.
The Role
Designs, operates, and optimizes enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises, hybrid cloud, manufacturing, and cloud-connected environments. Responsibilities include routing, switching, segmentation, firewall administration, VPNs, cloud connectivity, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, capacity planning, compliance support, documentation, and on-call escalation. Collaborates with infrastructure, security, DevOps, and cloud engineering teams to maintain reliable, secure, mission-critical networks.
Summary Generated by Built In

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

  • Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
  • What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
  • It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

  • Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
  • Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
  • Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
  • And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
  • Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

As a Network Engineer, you will design, operate, and optimize the enterprise network that powers True Anomaly’s engineering, manufacturing, and cloud-connected environments. You’ll work across complex on-prem topologies, hybrid cloud connectivity, and secure networking architectures to ensure reliability, performance, and scalability.

You’ll be joining a rapidly growing environment where your expertise will directly influence the stability and performance of our mission-critical infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Architect, deploy, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routing, switching, segmentation, VPN, and firewall services.
  • Operate and support Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Juniper switching/routing platforms (or equivalent vendor experience).
  • Build and maintain hybrid connectivity between on-prem environments and major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.).
  • Troubleshoot complex networking issues including routing loops, BGP/OSPF behavior, latency, packet loss, and inter-VLAN connectivity.
  • Manage network performance, capacity planning, telemetry, and monitoring.
  • Implement and maintain network security practices including segmentation and firewall rule hygiene.
  • Support compliance-driven requirements aligned to CMMC and contribute to environments where ITAR or FedRAMP considerations may be present (not core to the role).
  • Participate in an on-call rotation for critical network escalations.
  • Document architectures, change plans, diagrams, and runbooks.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, security, DevOps, and cloud engineering teams in a high-velocity, fast-moving environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer supporting enterprise-class environments.
  • Strong knowledge of routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, STP, DNS, DHCP).
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls (Palo Alto preferred) and routing/switching (Juniper preferred).
  • Experience supporting hybrid or cloud-connected networks (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with packet captures, performance metrics, and logs.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-team collaboration skills.
  • Familiarity with compliance-driven environments (CMMC, ITAR, FedRAMP) — helpful but not required.
  • Availability to participate in an on-call rotation.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Active or previously held TS/SCI clearance (preferred but not required).
  • Experience with security-focused networking architectures or compliance programs (CMMC, ITAR, FedRAMP).
  • Network automation or scripting experience (Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar).
  • Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, JNCIS/JNCIP, CCNP, or equivalent.
  • Experience with SD-WAN, multi-site networking, or data center architectures.
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-security, compliance-heavy environments.

COMPENSATION

  • Base Salary:  $105,000 - $140,000
  • Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach, CA. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
  • Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
  • Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

To protect candidates and our company from application fraud and impersonation, we use third-party tools to verify applicant identity and detect fraudulent applications. Learn more in our Privacy Notice.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer supporting enterprise-class environments
  • Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, STP, DNS, and DHCP
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls and routing/switching platforms; Palo Alto and Juniper preferred
  • Experience supporting hybrid or cloud-connected networks using Azure, AWS, or GCP
  • Strong troubleshooting skills using packet captures, performance metrics, and logs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-team collaboration skills
  • Availability to participate in an on-call rotation
  • Familiarity with CMMC, ITAR, or FedRAMP compliance-driven environments
  • Active or previously held TS/SCI clearance
  • Network automation or scripting experience with Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools
  • PCNSE, JNCIS, JNCIP, CCNP, or equivalent certification
  • Experience with SD-WAN, multi-site networking, or data center architectures
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-security compliance-heavy environments

True Anomaly Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is presented as 100% employer-sponsored for employees (often extending to families) with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. This is consistently positioned as a standout element of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as generous or flexible, including PTO plus paid holidays and, in some cases, around 25 days annually. This breadth of leave is frequently highlighted alongside hybrid or flexible scheduling.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity or stock options are standard across roles, positioning employees as owners with potential upside. Public materials consistently include equity as a core component of total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: Centennial, CO
300 Employees
Year Founded: 2022

What We Do

Space was once the quietest place in the universe. Now, it's crowded, contested, and confrontational.  We are True Anomaly: the only defense company focused exclusively on space defense. Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members, True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms, mission software engineered for unmatched command and control, and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects.    True Anomaly is headquartered in Centennial, CO, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, CO, Long Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C.  We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly, from any technical industry or background, to bring unique talents, perspective, and solutions. If you embrace complexity, lead instead of follow, showcase integrity over ego, take ownership for outcomes, and measure success by impact, we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

True Anomaly exists to enable a secure, stable, and sustainable space environment for the US, its allies, and partners. We design and build spacecraft and software solutions for space superiority. If you are ready to contribute to the future of space defense, we’d love to hear from you.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We are a hybrid office culture. Our employees work from offices in Denver, Colorado Springs, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. We recognize the importance of in-office collaboration, but also the value of a flexible work and location requirements

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