As a Network Engineer you will work crossfunctionally with Product Management Sales Engineering Manufacturing Supply Service and customers to develop network strategies resolve network issues and perform installations of the network products. You will assist in development of new network products improve overall serviceability including new products derivative products product upgrades and enhancements and improving the customer experience.
- Design network installations for XRay BSCAN SIM and other Smiths Detection systems.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations topologies and protocols ensuring all changes and updates are accurately recorded.
- Develop detailed troubleshooting guides and best practices based on past incidents to facilitate quicker resolution of future issues.
- Configure and manage file sharing services on both Windows and Linux systems ensuring appropriate permissions and access controls are implemented.
- Develop and maintain software installation packages and scripts streamlining the deployment process across various platforms ensuring compatibility and userfriendliness.
- Manage Windows environments by creating user accounts assigning appropriate access levels and configuring share rights. Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices regularly reviewing permissions to maintain data integrity and protect sensitive information
- Work crossfunctionally with Sales and Product Management to evaluate develop and configure network architectures (hardware and software) and Bills of Material (BOM) based on sales tenders (Request for Proposal).
- Desktop configuration: Windows 10 and 11 product editions Local Group Policy Local Privacy Settings Static IP addressing and Windows Services.
- Networking: Routing and subnet masking.
- IP Addressing including DHCP and Static IP Addressing
- Design comprehensive network architecture plans tailored to customer needs clearly outlining technical specifications and configurations. Present these plans to end customers Sales and Product Management ensuring all stakeholders understand the proposed solutions and their benefits
- Create detailed records of installation processes capturing specific customer configurations settings and modifications.
- Install and deploy Windows and Linux based systems.
- Use datadriven analysis to identify field serviceability and reliability improvements necessary to improve network hardware and software reliability.
- Troubleshoot diagnose and resolve routing hardware and operating system problems across Windows and Linux environments ensuring optimal network performance and system functionality.
- Drive project and product improvement plans to completion.
- Provide regular updates on project status and task priorities to team members and management
- Analyze crossfunctional workflows to identify gaps and inefficiencies collaborating with stakeholders to develop targeted project and product improvement plans.
Qualifications :
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field. Equivalent industry experience in lieu of degree acceptable
- MCSE or equivalent preferred
- CCNA or equivalent preferred
Experience:
- 5 years of progressive work experience in a multidisciplinary environment in network design network operations Technical Support Product Support or Field Operations.
- Extensive experience with the technical requirements process from initial requirements definition through verification validation and field adoption.
- Experience designing system configurations directing system installations in the field and maintaining system standards.
- Military experience preferred.
Knowledge/skills:
- Indepth understanding of the OSI Model and networking concepts including routing subnet masking DHCP and IP addressing.
- Knowledge of routing protocols and related metrics including RTT.
- Familiarity with DNS (Windows and BIND) and NTP.
- Proficient in managing network file shares (Windows SAMBA NFS).
- Basic scripting skills in PowerShell or Bash; able to script in multiple languages.
- Microsoft Windows expertise including user management group policies desktop configuration static IP addressing and Windows services.
- Linux knowledge including run levels and daemons.
- Understanding of database maintenance and replication; knowledge of BSON/JSON/XML.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proven customer relationship management and project delivery skills on schedule and on budget.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform well in ambiguous environments.
- Familiarity with safety regulations and planning requirements related to network systems preferably in airport environments.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel Access Visio).
- Selfstarter with the ability to work independently and accept responsibility.
- Ability to collaborate crossfunctionally to build strong relationships.
Background :
This position may require Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. If required applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation.
This position may require a U.S. Personal Security Clearance.
SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drugfree workplace. By submitting an application I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment to the extent permitted by law.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The individuals primary workplace is located in the Edgewood production facility there are no exposures to unusual elements.
- The individual is chartered to work closely with unionized production associates which necessitates being mindful of the rules of the Collective Bargaining Agreement including respecting Union work.
- This position requires access to ITAR EAR and Department of State or Department of Commerce controlled information and routine access to a cleared facility. Applicant must be a U.S. Person (citizen green card holder or other permanent resident or protected resident).
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime