General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
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Network Design Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems

123K–129K
Partially · Washington, District of Columbia
Posted July 25, 2026
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Overview

Join a team dedicated to delivering cutting‑edge solutions that protect national security. The Network Design Engineer will own the design and deployment of advanced networking technologies while supporting customers across cyber RF undersea and interstellar domains. This is a hybrid role offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Design and implement scalable network architectures using Python AWS and React
  • 2Lead technical support initiatives for GDMS Cyber products through phone email and field channels
  • 3Conduct hardware and software testing and configure network devices
  • 4Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation including network diagrams
  • 5Deliver onsite and remote training sessions for customers and internal teams
  • 6Collaborate with cross‑functional groups to integrate quantum physics principles into network solutions
  • 7Analyze and resolve complex connectivity issues in real‑time environments
  • 8Create and update training materials to ensure clear communication of technical concepts
  • 9Participate in rotating on‑call support schedules requiring travel up to 25 percent of the time
  • 10Drive continuous improvement by applying artificial intelligence to network optimization tasks
  • 11Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of innovation within the engineering organization

Requirements11

  • 1Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus 3 years
  • 2Secret security clearance required at time of hire
  • 3U.S. citizenship mandatory due to classified information handling
  • 4Proven expertise in Cisco Juniper products firewalls DNS VPN LAN WLAN and cloud native infrastructure
  • 5Certification in CCNA and Security with active Secret clearance
  • 6Demonstrated ability to handle complex assignments with minimal supervision
  • 7Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for presenting to large audiences
  • 8Experience troubleshooting enterprise network components such as Windows servers and Active Directory
  • 9Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with emerging technologies
  • 10Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced hybrid work environment with frequent travel
  • 11Track record of delivering innovative solutions that redefine industry standards

Salary Insight

$123 - $129k per year

Location

Typepartially
LocationWashington, District of Columbia

Required Skills

CiscoJuniperFirewallsDNSVPNLANWLANWindows Server
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