Ground Network Systems Engineer

VTG is seeking an experienced Ground Network Systems Engineer and technical advisor (SETA) with a strong background related to Information Technology or Network Engineering for diverse locations.

Candidate will play a critical role in the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of the terrestrial components that support satellite and space-based systems.

This role combines technical expertise with systems-level thinking, requiring a broad range of skills to ensure the seamless operation of ground networks.

This candidate will support a government program office in charge of ground element command and control (C2) activities for a major program acquisition within a space system program office.

The ground segment consists of ground command and control (C2) software, customized hardware, Automated Data Processing Equipment (ADPE) and network integration.

Activities include concept of operations formulation, requirements definition, analysis and engineering, system architecting, system analysis and design, interface and data architectures, validation and verification, systems integration, system & op. performance analysis, Lifecycle cost analysis & estimation, decision analysis and physical configuration analysis (PCA). This position focuses on evaluation of Network Design and Implementation, Maintenance, Optimization, Security, and Troubleshooting/Problem Resolution. Candidate will be able to:

• Understand network systems architecture, security protocols, VPNs, firewalls, and data center environments. Support evaluation of proposed network design and existing network architecture including scalable, high-performance systems.
• Show a thorough understanding of virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper Visors, cloud networking, and automation tools such as Ansible For existing networks, understand how to monitor network performance for optimal operation, identify bottlenecks, and evaluate network analysis identifying areas of improvement and optimization.
• Support evaluation of latest security protocols, risk assessments, and strategies to mitigate network risks.
• Provide advice on network architecture, network performance, and security risks.
• Provide advice on data center floor layout, power & cooling, data storage, infrastructure management, backup, monitoring, operating systems, directory services, identity management, access management, and automation.
• Provide formal and informal feedback on program status and recommendations for the best way forward
• Provide systems engineering support for requirements development, design, test plans, and requirements verifications through acceptance testing from developers