Sr. Onsite Network Engineer - Washington D.C.

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewIt’s not just about having the right technology, it’s about achieving peak performance. Motorola Solutions has served as a trusted partner to government agencies and enterprises worldwide for more than 95 years. Our years of leadership, innovation and experience managing and supporting hundreds of networks in more than 100 countries help answer the challenges of mission critical operations – ensure continuity, enhance productivity and reduce risk – helping achieve peak performance. When every second counts and performance reliability is a must – we are ready and able to serve today, tomorrow and into the future.
Motorola Solutions is the world leader in the field of professional mobile communications systems with an impressive heritage of technological innovations and a global base of installed systems. The group's main business is the implementation of mission critical digital mobile communication systems for Government & Public Safety Communications customers.
This position is a customer on-premises located in Washington D.C.
Job Description

• This position is responsible for the architectural network design of backhaul solutions for ASTRO 25, WAVE VoIP and adjacent technologies for Federal, State and Local government agencies requiring highly secure, easily managed, mission critical IP networks.
• Consult with Pre-Sale and Post-Sale Design team to set strategy, direction and implementation

• Lead and define technical network architecture designs for ASTRO 25 backhaul networks 

• Lead and define technical network architecture designs for adjacent technologies backhaul networks

• Create and document detailed network drawings

• Continually evaluate third party vendor equipment used in our portfolio

• Work with third party vendors/contractors to ensure delivery of requirements set forth by the design

• Lead the engineering community in best practices for network designs

• Network topology assessments and troubleshooting

Candidate Experience:

• Good understanding of effective network design methodologies

• Experience with troubleshooting and assessing live networks

• Minimum preferred certifications: Juniper Network Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA), Nokia Routing Specialist I (NRS I) or equivalent

• Experience with routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, ISIS and others as needed

• Experience with MPLS design and deployments

• Experience with LAN switching protocols: G8032 ring protection

• Experience with Manufacture Hardware: Juniper, Nokia, HP, Fortinet

• Knowledge of different media types: Metro Ethernet, Frame-Relay, Ethernet, SONET.

• Knowledge of physical layer such as: fiber, copper, microwave.

• Experience in scripting/programming is a plus.

• Experience with Motorola ASTRO 25 architecture a plus

• Experience with Microsoft Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google applications required

• Experience with use of command line and/or GUI interfaces to provision equipment

• Experience with Network Management Applications a plus: Solarwinds, JUNO-Space, Nokia SAM/NFM-P, Provision

• Self motivated, excellent written and oral communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills 

• Works collaboratively and builds relationships with other colleagues, customers, and third party service professionals.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contracts
• Must be willing to obtain a DHS Public Trust Clearance
• The role entails providing on-premises support to our valued customers in Washington D.C.

This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent fingerprint background check administered by Motorola Solutions Inc. customers.

The base salary range for this position in Washington D.C. is $120,000 - $140,000.

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Basic Requirements

• Associates Degree AND 4+ years experience OR Bachelor's Degree AND 2+ years experience in one of the following: IP Networking, Network Engineering, Solution Architecture, ASTRO 25, WAVE VoIP, LMR, RF Systems, Wired/Wireless Communication Systems, IT or Military experience

• Must be a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract(s)

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].