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Job description
This range is provided by Hermeus. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$105,750.00/yr - $129,250.00/yr
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.
We are currently seeking a motivated Platform Specialist to join the Mission Systems Engineering team at Hermeus.
Responsibilities
Build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Ground Control Stations.
Install, configure, and maintain flight critical IT systems, communication tools, and mission-enhancing hardware/software.
Install, configure, and maintain pilot-in-the-loop cockpits for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs).
Collaborate closely with other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of mission systems.
Design, configure, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, Access Points (wireless), and VPNs.
Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
Perform network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems.
Implement and maintain network security, including access controls, intrusion detection systems, and threat prevention.
Manage and administer network services such as DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM).
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures.
Collaborate with other IT teams to support infrastructure projects and resolve complex technical issues.
Be willing and able to support the deployed platform (on a rotation basis) during weekends, off hours.
Willing and able to travel for 1-2 weeks at a time during test operations/campaigns.
Stay up to date with emerging network technologies, best practices, and NIST guidelines.
Basic Qualifications
Associates degree in information technology/systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field.
5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role (Site Reliability Engineer, Platform Engineer, Cybersecurity Engineer, Software Engineer).
Proficient in Linux.
Proficient in basic electronics maintenance and repair.
Proficient in the maintenance/termination serial port connectors (RS232, etc.), and CAT5/6.
Proficient in basic electronics packaging (design, assembly, cable routing, cooling, etc.).
Proficiency working at all layers of the OSI network model.
Proficiency designing and maintaining layer 2 networks.
Comfortable reading and maintaining low voltage wiring diagrams.
Experience creating, explaining, and maintaining network architectures, network topology diagrams, and other interface diagrams/specifications.
Ability and desire to travel for 1-2 weeks at a time to work on-location with the Ground Control Station at various military bases and airports.
Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and network hardware.
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and associated Office suite of tools: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years' experience designing, integrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex aerospace platforms’ I.T. infrastructure.
Proficiency in low level network programming (socket programming), design, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure).
Familiarity with Palo Alto and Juniper network devices.
Background in government or cleared contractor networks.
Experience with FedRAMP authorized cloud solutions (AWS Govcloud, Azure GCC-H, etc.) is a plus.
Experience with network cybersecurity tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, AWS network security tools, Microsoft Defender, etc.
Palo Alto Certification (PCCET, PCNSA, PCNSE, etc.).
Juniper Certification (JNCIS, JNCIP, etc.).
SANs Certification (GSEC, GCIA, GMON, GDSA, etc.).
CompTIA Certification (Network+, Security+, CASP+, etc.).
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.
Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, generous parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!
Benefits and Compensation
100% employer-paid health care
401k & retirement plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly paid office lunches
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock options
Paid Parental Leave
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Consulting
Industries
Financial Services
Hospitals and Health Care
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