Systems Engineer Stf - Clearance Required

  • Lockheed Martin
  • Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Full Time
WHAT WE'RE DOING
LockheedMartin is on the front line of global security, operating, maintaining, and sustaining an Integrated Air and Missile Defense system for a key U.S. international defense partner. In this missioncritical role we assure 24/7 system readiness, enabling our ally to protect its airspace, safeguard lives, and maintain regional stability.

THE WORK
As a Network Engineer on this program you will:

Deploy, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and network gear in deployable communication kits.
Monitor LAN/WAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and packetloss issues, and provide oncall support for critical events.
Implement core networking technologies (VLANs, OSPF, BGP, GRE tunnels, multicast) and contribute to design reviews, upgrades, and project deployments.
Work closely with other engineers to craft network architectures and execute field installations, which may include travel to remote sites and independent troubleshooting.
Mentor and guide junior network engineers

Please note:
A U.S. security clearance (Secret) and U.S. citizenship are required.
Position is based at a LockheedMartin facility in the United Arab Emirates.

WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cuttingedge technology and engineering. On this team, you will collaborate with a diverse team of technical professionals including software developers, systems engineers, network engineers, system integrators, and operations support engineers. You will work with crossfunctional team in a highly dynamic missionfocused environment.

WHO YOU ARE
You are a seniorlevel network engineer with at least ten years of handson experience designing, testing, and supporting multivendor LAN/WAN environments. You possess:

Deep knowledge of the OSI model, TCP/IP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
Strong expertise with firewalls, VLANs, GRE tunnels, and multicast traffic.
Proven ability to perform rootcause analysis, document resolutions, and create clear technical reports and presentations (PowerPoint, Visio).
Required certifications, an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a passport for international travel.

WHY JOIN US
Joining this team gives you a platform where your expertise is recognized and your impact is tangible. You will:

Work on a highvisibility defense program that directly contributes to global security.
Collaborate with toptier technical talent in a fastpaced, missiondriven environment.
Gain access to LockheedMartins extensive professionaldevelopment resources and careergrowth pathways.

Explore LockheedMartins comprehensive benefits package here: the position requires the following:
Experience with ISP-like IP network infrastructure maintenance and operation
Experience with hands-on configuration of Protocols such as MPLS, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Multicast, QoS, STP, VTP and VLANs, Gateway Redundancy Protocols like HSRP, VRRP, and GLRP
Experience with VLSM CIDR IP addressing design and implementation
Experience with configuration of encryption and security solutions such as IPSec, VPN, Suite B, firewall rules, access control lists.
Integration of Network Devices with centralized Network Services such as LDAP, DNS, DHCP, and Certificate Authorities
Implementation experience of Network Management concepts within network devices such as SNMPv3, Syslog, OID filtering
Implementation experience of Facility switch aggregation and Data Center network design patterns
Experience with Network troubleshooting techniques (CLI-based) and tools (Wireshark, tcpdump etc.)
Experience/knowledge of the complete range of network design drawings used for specification, fabrication, assembly, wiring, inspection, and installation of equipment
Experience with secure and reliable networks and
network management
Experience integrating with sensors and weapons,
including occasional troubleshooting and reverse
engineering
Strong system engineering skills with an emphasis
on software-intensive systems and system of systems
integration
Experience in international programs, preferably
direct commercial sales, firm fixed price
Familiarity with cyber security and multiple security
enclaves
Experience with fixed and mobile command centers,
including supporting coalition / expeditionary
operations
Strong communication skills, including
communicating with customers whose first language
is Arabic
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years or more of professional experience; or 8 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Willing to take an expatriate assignment for 2-3 yearsThe desired requirements for this position are:
Experience with Juniper network devices like MX, SRX, EX Juniper series devices
Certifications - JNCIP, CCNP, CCSP, JNCIS, etc.
Experience with an IP network infrastructure to support tactical systems
Experience with documentation of engineering artifacts in support of site configurations and installations
Experience with Network Management protocols and tools
Job ID: 523359556
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2026

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