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Deployable Principal Network Communications/ Network Communications (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Northrop Grumman

Deployable Principal Network Communications/ Network Communications (Top Secret Clearance Required)

full-timePosted: Aug 18, 2026Updated: Sep 2, 2026United States-California-Edwards AFB

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Deployable Network Communications/ Deployable Network Communications professional to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Product Support organization. This role is located at Edwards AFB, CA.This position may be filled at either the Principal Deployable Network Communication or Deployable Network CommunicationsAccomplishYour duties include:Plan, evaluate, and coordinate installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings.Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.May design network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages.Succeed The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.Basic Qualifications: Principal Network Communications Bachelor’s of Science degree and 5 years of relevant Network Communications experience OR 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; or Master's of Science Degree and 3 years relevant Network Communications experience.Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year.Must be able to meet medical requirements and pass a physical for worldwide travel.Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport.Must have the ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 90 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements.Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.Must have or be able to obtain a Security Plus (Sec+) Certification within 6 months of hire.Must have the ability to complete training and receive initial qualification within 180 days and complete full qualification within 365 days as set out by department training team as a condition of maintaining employmentBasic Qualifications: Network Communications Bachelor’s of Science degree and 2 years of relevant Network Communications experience OR 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; or Master's of Science Degree and 0 years relevant Network Communications experience.Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year.Must be able to meet medical requirements and pass a physical for worldwide travel.Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport.Must have the ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 90 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements.Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.Must have or be able to obtain a Security Plus (Sec+) Certification within 6 months of hire.Must have the ability to complete training and receive initial qualification within 180 days and complete full qualification within 365 days as set out by department training team as a condition of maintaining employmentPreferred Qualifications:Experience with one or more of the following:Requirements Capture.Test and Implementation.Integrated Maintenance Data System.Unix/Solaris Operating Systems and Principles.Windows Server and Desktop versions.Wide Area (WAN) and Local Area (LAN) networking.Group policy design, testing and implementation.Radio Frequency Transmission Systems.Satellite Communications Systems.Oracle RAC.Virtualization.#MPR#Netcoms#ASMTPrimary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Locations

  • United States-California-Edwards AFB

Skills Required

  • lieu of degreeintermediate
  • oneintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s of Science degree and 5 years of relevant Network Communications experience OR 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; or Master's of Science Degree and 3 years relevant Network Communications experience. (experience, 5 years)
  • Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year. (experience)
  • Must be able to meet medical requirements and pass a physical for worldwide travel. (experience)
  • Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport. (experience)
  • Must have the ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 90 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements. (experience)
  • Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). (experience, 6 years)
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. (experience)
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Security Plus (Sec+) Certification within 6 months of hire. (certification)
  • Must have the ability to complete training and receive initial qualification within 180 days and complete full qualification within 365 days as set out by department training team as a condition of maintaining employment (experience)
  • Bachelor’s of Science degree and 5 years of relevant Network Communications experience OR 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; or Master's of Science Degree and 3 years relevant Network Communications experience. (experience, 5 years)
  • Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year. (experience)
  • Must be able to meet medical requirements and pass a physical for worldwide travel. (experience)
  • Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport. (experience)
  • Must have the ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 90 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements. (experience)
  • Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). (experience, 6 years)
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. (experience)
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Security Plus (Sec+) Certification within 6 months of hire. (certification)
  • Must have the ability to complete training and receive initial qualification within 180 days and complete full qualification within 365 days as set out by department training team as a condition of maintaining employment (experience)
  • Bachelor’s of Science degree and 2 years of relevant Network Communications experience OR 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; or Master's of Science Degree and 0 years relevant Network Communications experience. (experience, 2 years)
  • Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year. (experience)
  • Must be able to meet medical requirements and pass a physical for worldwide travel. (experience)
  • Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport. (experience)
  • Must have the ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 90 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements. (experience)
  • Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). (experience, 6 years)
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. (experience)
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Security Plus (Sec+) Certification within 6 months of hire. (certification)
  • Must have the ability to complete training and receive initial qualification within 180 days and complete full qualification within 365 days as set out by department training team as a condition of maintaining employment (experience)
  • Bachelor’s of Science degree and 2 years of relevant Network Communications experience OR 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; or Master's of Science Degree and 0 years relevant Network Communications experience. (experience, 2 years)
  • Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year. (experience)
  • Must be able to meet medical requirements and pass a physical for worldwide travel. (experience)
  • Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport. (experience)
  • Must have the ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 90 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements. (experience)
  • Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). (experience, 6 years)
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. (experience)
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Security Plus (Sec+) Certification within 6 months of hire. (certification)
  • Must have the ability to complete training and receive initial qualification within 180 days and complete full qualification within 365 days as set out by department training team as a condition of maintaining employment (experience)
  • Test and Implementation. (experience)
  • Integrated Maintenance Data System. (experience)
  • Unix/Solaris Operating Systems and Principles. (experience)
  • Windows Server and Desktop versions. (experience)
  • Wide Area (WAN) and Local Area (LAN) networking. (experience)
  • Group policy design, testing and implementation. (experience)
  • Radio Frequency Transmission Systems. (experience)
  • Satellite Communications Systems. (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with one or more of the following:Requirements Capture.Test and Implementation.Integrated Maintenance Data System.Unix/Solaris Operating Systems and Principles.Windows Server and Desktop versions.Wide Area (WAN) and Local Area (LAN) networking.Group policy design, testing and implementation.Radio Frequency Transmission Systems.Satellite Communications Systems.Oracle RAC.Virtualization. (experience)
  • Experience with one or more of the following: (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Plan, evaluate, and coordinate installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
  • Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
  • May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings.
  • Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
  • Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
  • May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.
  • May design network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages.
  • Plan, evaluate, and coordinate installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
  • Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
  • May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings.
  • Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
  • Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
  • May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.
  • May design network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages.

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