SDA - Sr Network Architect (Sr DMTS 2) - General Dynamics Mission Systems

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 15+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 13 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Top Secret/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it’s often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it’s waiting for you right now, right here.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

As the Senior Member of our technical staff, you’ll apply advanced principles of engineering and management to solve complex problems in the development of technology in theis role you are the Sr. Network Architect. As a leader, you’ll oversee and manage design and development processes as they relate to the engineering of products utilizing principles and technology of physics, mathematics, engineering, and related physical sciences. It’s engineering that sets the standard for the world. Are you ready?

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What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field and is required plus a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree in engineering or a related technical field plus a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• Recognized as an expert in your field
• Ability to ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs

What sets you apart:

• Easily and effectively communicate technical topics to a diverse audience
• Ability to create an environment where the impact of technology on the business is clearly recognized
• Exceptional aptitude for applying or developing highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Consistent high performer delivering outstanding results
• A succession candidate
• Extensive ability to oversee multiple functions
• Strategic / long term thinker in order to position GDMS for success in a changing environment
• Extensive ability to understand tactical components of the organization while assessing the strategic longer terms needs of the company
• Innovative thinker who embraces change as opportunity
• Works beyond the bounds of their own organization to collaborate and influence others
• Erroneous decisions will result in significant non-compliance, risk to employees and /or the environments within which GDMS operates
• The reputation of GDMS can be impacted
• Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations, without damage to the relationship
• Extensive communication skills for interaction with executive leadership on items of significant importance (remediation, risk mgt., regulatory compliance, etc.)
• Extensive ability to present in clear and certain terms
• Subject matter expert in multiple fields
• Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Cisco Router/Switching, VMWare, Redhat/Rocky Linux, WAN Troubleshooting, TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• CCNA level knowledge (or better) with deployment experience
• Firewall knowledge and how IP protocols work
• Juniper OS experience a plus
• NETCONF/YANG experience a plus
• KG-175 TACLANE experience
• Satellite communications knowledge
• Ground to Satellite communication knowledge
• Ground operations experience
• Performs requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, detail trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of subsystem or system elements under supervision of the lead systems engineer
• Performs technical planning, cost and risk analyses, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for subsystems and system elements
• Performs customer requirements analysis, develops system requirements and defines allocations to lower levels (elements and components)
• Performs detailed technical analyses for a subsystem or system elements
• Develops and evaluates systems, networks and information systems to ensure designs meet applicable governmental security specifications
• May provide system accreditation/certification evaluation and test support to ensure all technical security features (e.g., identification, authentication, access control, labeling, and auditing) of the system are considered and function properly
• May develop system security documentation on both new and fielded information systems
• Participates in Modeling and Simulation
• Researches and analyzes data, such as vendor products, COTS components, GFE/CFE, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
• Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
• May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees
• Independently determines proposed approach to solutions
• Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
• Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above
• Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
• Defines processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Designs a complete and complex framework, system or product
• Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses
• Regular contact with senior levels of internal working groups
• Contact with Deputy Program Managers Engineering (DPME) and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the company
• Coordinating external interfaces and ICDs
• Multi-level security domain expertise (and cross-domain)
• Quickly (with a more agile light-weight approach) decomposing requirements to a level that can avoid requirements bloat (and communicate/track impacts)
• People that may have a working relationship with related people from Iridium, SDA, Northrup, York, and Lockheed
• System-level networking person that can face off with the GFE WAN provider and coordinate detailed network design
• Someone that can understand what is in scope and what is out of scope and manage that complexity
• People with agile program experience

Workplace Options:
This position is Remote, On-Site or Hybrid/Flex.
While on-site, you will be a part of either the Pittsburgh or Scottsdale locations supporting Space and Intelligence Systems (SIS).

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This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
USD $219,781.20 - USD $243,819.80 /Yr.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit

Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran