Network Systems Engineer (C2)

Outpost Technologies Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology firm located in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Network Systems Engineer (C2) to design, integrate, and troubleshoot network environments for mission-critical systems. The role is full-time and requires an active DoD Secret security clearance, 3-10 years of relevant experience, and U.S. citizenship. Applicants will benefit from competitive health and insurance options, along with opportunities for travel and advancement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Comp Time Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance is required.
• 3-10 years direct experience with tactical data links, sensor feeds, or weapon systems integration.
• Experience with requirements management.
• 15% travel required.
• On-site work only in Huntsville, AL.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain secure, high-availability network architectures.
• Integrate and troubleshoot network connectivity.
• Perform end-to-end troubleshooting of network-related issues.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams and software developers.
• Lead or support network upgrades.

Skills

Strong communications skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a dynamic environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline

Job description

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Position Description

Outpost Technologies is seeking an experienced IT/Network Systems Engineer with expertise in designing, integrating, and troubleshooting network environments that connect mission-critical systems in a command center. This position will be focused on the network delivering real-time, reliable connectivity between sensors, weapons, intelligence feeds, C2 applications, and displays—enabling split-second decisions in mission-critical environments.

The posted compensation reflects the anticipated salary range for this position. Actual pay will be determined by a variety of factors including experience, education, certifications, and alignment with internal compensation structures specific to government contracting requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, high-availability network architectures (LAN/WAN, VLANs, VPNs, MPLS, SD-WAN, multicast, QoS) that support real-time data transport for command-and-control operations.
• Integrate and troubleshoot network connectivity for diverse endpoints, including tactical data links, radar/sensor feeds, electro-optical/IR sensors, satellite communications systems, weapon platforms, and cross-domain solutions.
• Perform end-to-end troubleshooting of network-related issues affecting video, telemetry, and mission data distribution across classified and unclassified domains.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, cybersecurity teams, and software developers to validate network performance during system-of-systems integration events and live exercises.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, IP plans, ACLs, and as-built documentation using Visio or similar tools.
• Lead or support network upgrades.
• Maintain and modernize interfaces for multiple sensor suites including optical tracking systems, radars, weapon systems, global time systems, muzzle exit sensors, and situational awareness camera feeds.
• Implement networking solutions for downrange sensor suites with appropriate security measures and bandwidth management.
• System integration of data center and network infrastructure, unclassified/classified data handling capabilities, and sensor integration to modernize transportable, mobile test instrumentation.
• Plan and conduct testing of integrated systems to validate all subsystems have full network performance ability to support complete operations for a C-UAS test.
• Develop user manuals, SOPs, and trailing materials.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline with 3-10 years direct experience.
• Proven track record integrating tactical data links, sensor feeds, or weapon systems into operational networks.
• Experience with requirements management.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Must possess strong communications and analytical skills, be a self-starter, and detail oriented.
• 15% Travel.
• On-site work only (Huntsville, AL).

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Comp Time Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Outpost Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud U.S. Government contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Defense & Space