About this opportunity
BLUE ORIGIN lists this Sr Network Engineer (Cleared) opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.
Description
OurBlue Ring (I-SS)program is looking for experienced personnel to join their ground system team as a ground software engineer. We are a passionate group developing mobility missions that willimpactthe history of space exploration!We are a team with wide-ranging skillsets that value problem-solving. You will work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, contributing innovative solutions, whiledemonstratingpersonal leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail. This position will directlyimpactthe history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight.
As aSeniorNetwork Engineer, you will helpbuild, integrate, andmaintainthe flight networkrequiredfor theBlue Ring (I-SS)Mission Operations Center used to fly on-orbit vehicles. Join us in enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space tobenefitearth - passion for our mission isrequired!
As a Senior Network Engineer on a mission-driven team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will design, build, andmaintainthe automation frameworks that underpin the network infrastructure supportingcriticalspaceflight systems. From enterprise core to industrial and facility access layers across multiple Blue Origin sites, you will transform how we design, deploy, manage, andoperatenetworks through scripting, orchestration, and modern DevOps practices.
Responsibilities
Establish and implement standardized network design practices acrossIn-Space-Systemssites and design scalable network solutions that support spaceflightoperations
Design, develop, andmaintainautomation frameworks and tools to automate network design, deployment, and operational management processes across Blue Origin’s multi-vendor, multi-site network environment.
Develop, secure, andmaintainnetworkequipmentto support mission operations
Proactivelymonitornetwork performance and health dashboards; triage and resolve issues with full ownership through resolution, including root cause analysis.
Support network capacity planning and lifecycle management across enterprise and industrial environments.
Qualifications
B.S.or higher degreein computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science,computer engineering, or related fieldor equivalent experience
8+years ofrelevant experiencearchitecting,developingand deploying scalable and maintainable network infrastructure.
Experience in network device installation, configuration, and monitoring.
Experience developing and managing network device configurations in multi-vendor environments
Deep understandingofprotocols including but not limited to (TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS), routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), and network services (DHCP, DNS, NTP)
Experience coding in higher-level languages (e.g.Python, Go, Rust, C++,etc)
Highly organized team player with excellent technical written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstratedtrack recordof resourcefulness from theirpreviousassignments.
Ability to earn trust,maintainpositive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Must Possess andmaintainaTop Secret/SCIClearance
Desired
Experience with Juniper networking platforms (JNCIS-ENT, JNCIS-DevOps, JNCIP, or higher certifications a plus)
Experience with Palo Alto Networks security platforms
Experience with network monitoring and observability platforms (e.g., SolarWinds, Grafana, Prometheus, or similar)
Experience with network capacity planning and lifecycle management
Experience with cloud networking and hybridon-premises/cloud infrastructure
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles andGitOpsworkflows
Compensation Range for
WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55
Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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