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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, Inc.
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.
Skills Required
- Active Secret security clearance
- CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex problems in a production environment
- High school diploma and 3 or more years of relevant experience
- Familiarity with at least one virtualization platform
- Understanding of Cisco and Juniper technologies
- Experience with LAN switching technologies, including VLANs, spanning tree, and EtherChannel
- Ability to configure static routes, OSPF, and BGP
- Experience with firewall routing, policy, and inspection
- Familiarity with configuring and managing NAT devices
- Experience with IPsec VPNs
- Experience with 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 25GB, 40GB, and 100GB high-speed Ethernet implementations
- Experience supporting base networking architecture
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad with medical, dental, and vision options, plus mental health and EAP resources, and U.S. eligibility that can begin quickly. Materials also reference wellbeing programs designed to support employees and their families.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a U.S. 401(k) savings plan with company match information highlighted in benefits summaries. Global materials also reference pension contributions in some regions, indicating solid long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and back-up child and elder care for U.S. employees. Family resources and caregiving support are emphasized across benefit materials.
BAE Systems, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.
Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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