Senior Ground Communications and Networks Systems Engineer - ESS Program

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) Space, Intelligence and Weapon Systems (SI&WS) Ground and Mission Systems Engineering (GMSE) is seeking a Senior Ground Communications and Networks Systems Engineer (Level 5) to join our team in El Segundo, California, to work on the Evolved Strategic Satellite Communications (ESS) Program. 

Boeing has won a $2.8 billion contract from the U.S. Space Force for the Evolved Strategic Satellite Communications (ESS) program, a key component of the nation's nuclear command, control and communications (NC3) architecture. This contract includes the delivery of two satellites, with options for two additional satellites to provide space-based communications for strategic forces worldwide. The ESS program is designed to provide protected connectivity, crucial for maintaining strategic communication capabilities even in the face of adversary attempts to disrupt it.

Position Responsibilities:   

• Leads the cybersecurity and network engineering on the ESS program.

• Monitors program infrastructure and supports security event resolution that impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

• Performs security assessments to ensure compliance to program security standards.

• Designs and implements cybersecurity standards for program data, systems and networks.

• Provides overall cybersecurity expertise for identifying, protecting, detecting, responding and recovering from security incidents.

• Monitors network performance to identify potential problems.

• Performs network preventative maintenance tasks such as installing patches.

• Identifies root causes of network issues and provides resolution.

• Configures and maintains network infrastructure such as routers, switches, firewalls and security devices.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity concepts, principles and methods relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies

• 5+ years of experience in networking and security design concepts, models, principles, architecture, methods, and protocols

• 5+ years of experience in network management principles and tools to analyze network traffic flows and patterns

• Experience with DevSecOps

• Current CompTIA Security+ certification

• Current ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 10+ years of experience in Ground System Engineering

• Active cybersecurity certifications in EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (EC-CEH), Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC)

• Active network engineering certifications in Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), CompTIA Network+

• Experience with JIRA and Confluence

• Experience working with Government customers

  

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay and Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $157,250 - $212,750

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 22, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.