Network Engineer

Compu-Vision Consulting Inc. is seeking a Network Engineer responsible for supporting the integration, sustainment, troubleshooting, and operational readiness of secure IP-based avionics and mission-system networks for various aircraft programs. The role focuses on providing operational and technical support while leading Dell switching integration efforts across aircraft and ground support network environments.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct network integration and operational support for RC-135 (RJ) aircraft mission systems and associated ground support infrastructure
• Lead Dell switching deployment, configuration, sustainment, and troubleshooting efforts supporting mission-critical aircraft and operational networks
• Support configuration, integration, and sustainment of secure IP-based avionics and mission-system networks across RC-135 and WC-135 aircraft platforms
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco and Dell switching environments including VLANs, STP/RSTP, trunking, ACLs, EtherChannel, and inter-VLAN routing
• Perform CLI-driven diagnostics and structured fault isolation across routing, switching, and interface layers using Cisco IOS and Dell OS10 platforms
• Validate secure communication paths, IP addressing schemes, DHCP/DNS functionality, and network segmentation across integrated aircraft systems
• Assist with integration and testing of classified mission-system networks including CNS, SIGINT, ELINT, RF communications, and multi-domain architectures
• Monitor network diagnostics, subsystem health, and connectivity performance to ensure operational readiness and mission continuity
• Support rack-and-stack integration, structured cabling, fiber connectivity, LAN harness validation, and subsystem connectivity testing in accordance with engineering schematics
• Execute structured test procedures and document discrepancies, troubleshooting efforts, corrective actions, and system validation results
• Coordinate Technical Assistance Requests and engineering support actions with operational field teams using Greenville Big Safari Online (GBSO) systems
• Support engineering modifications, Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), software updates, and communications/network modernization efforts
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, software, engineering, and maintenance teams within Agile development and sustainment environments supporting classified systems
• Assist with outage response, root cause analysis, and recovery actions for mission-critical communications and network systems
• Travel to operational and vendor locations as required to support aircraft modifications, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and sustainment activities

Requirements:

• Active TOP SECRET SCI Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical field
• Minimum 3–7 years of experience supporting secure network operations, avionics integration, mission systems, or DoD communications infrastructure
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco and Dell switching platforms in operational environments
• Experience with Layer 2/Layer 3 networking including VLANs, STP/PVST+/RSTP, ACLs, inter-VLAN routing, DHCP/DNS, EtherChannel, and TCP/IP troubleshooting
• Experience performing CLI-based diagnostics, structured fault isolation, and network troubleshooting using Cisco IOS and/or Dell OS10
• Familiarity with secure communications systems, avionics networks, or classified DoD operational environments
• Experience performing structured testing, subsystem validation, technical documentation, and troubleshooting within engineering or operational support environments
• Understanding of LAN/WAN networking principles and secure network architectures
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to support high-tempo operational environments
• Cisco CCNA, CCNA Security, Cisco DevNet Associate, CompTIA Security+, Cloud+, or equivalent certifications
• Experience supporting RC-135, Big Safari, or other airborne ISR mission platforms
• Familiarity with Dell enterprise switching solutions and Dell networking architectures
• Experience with Wireshark, packet analysis, network analyzers, or structured test procedures
• Knowledge of SD-WAN concepts, network automation fundamentals, or virtualization technologies
• Prior military aviation, avionics, or communications systems experience
• Familiarity with Air Force maintenance and logistics systems including GBSO, REMIS, CEMS, or IMDS