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Network Engineer

JT4

Salt Lake City, UT

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Access Control, Analysis Skills, Architectural Services, BGP, Bill of Materials (BOM), Budgeting, Cisco ASA (Adaptive Security Appliance), Cisco Switches, Communication Skills, Communications Engineering, Computer Systems, Cryptography, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Design Document, Engineering, Firewalls, Flexible Spending Accounts, Hardware Administration, Identify Issues, Juniper Networks Product Family, Leadership, MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Design, Network Integration, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Switching, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Program Planning, Project/Program Management, Radio Frequency, Requirements Management, System Architecture, Technical Leadership, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, United States Air Force (USAF), United States Department of Defense (DoD), VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), VPLS (Virtual Private LAN Service), Vision Plan, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
Today

JT4 is hiring a Network Engineer for their Hill AFB, UT location.

A Network Engineer acts as a lead technical coordinator, architect and subject matter expert for the Range Communications Network (RCN).

Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

  • Lead Network Architecture & Design: Architect, engineer, and modernize the RCN, a large-scale, industrial network environment, focusing on the advanced integration of Juniper (e.g., MX, QFX, SRX) and Cisco routing and switching platforms.
  • Design & Document Solutions: Generate comprehensive design specifications, system architectures, rack elevations, and configuration templates to guide technical staff during the physical installation and deployment phases.
  • Architect Advanced Services: Engineer and deploy core network services, including VLANs, VPLS, MPLS, OSPF, and BGP. Architect data center solutions using Juniper QFX hardware supporting advanced technologies such as VXLAN and EVPN.
  • Engineer Network Security: Engineer and implement network security baselines, including access control and firewall integration (e.g., Palo Alto, Juniper SRX, Cisco ASA), and architect the network routing infrastructure to support DoD Suite A/B encryption environments.
  • Architect Monitoring Solutions: Design, implement, and optimize network monitoring and management platforms (e.g., SolarWinds); define alerting thresholds and automated responses to equip network operators with the tools required for daily system health tracking and Tier 1/2 triage.
  • Provide Technical Leadership: Serve as a Tier 3/4 escalation point for complex, service-impacting network anomalies that exceed the resolution capabilities of network operators and technicians.
  • Manage Wireless & RF Communications: Provide RF communications engineering and integration for DoD wireless network configurations, including point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and MANET radio systems.
  • Provide Technical Project Support: Maintain technical responsibility for assigned tasks, generate Bills of Materials (BOMs), develop technical test plans, and collaborate with Program Management to ensure technical solutions align with schedule and budget constraints.
  • Liaise with Stakeholders: Act as a primary technical liaison for test activities, design reviews, and technical working group meetings, interacting with customers and project managers to define and verify system requirements.
  • Investigate & Innovate: Analyze the most complex network problems, propose innovative architectural solutions and alternatives, and provide data-driven recommendations to leadership.
  • Perform other job-related duties as required.

Requirements -- Education, Technical, and Work Experience

A Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and eight (8) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in Engineering and a minimum of six (6) years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering and a minimum four (4) years of related engineering experience are required for this position.

In addition, a Network Engineer must possess the following qualifications:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering to provide consultative services on development programs and in the design and development of systems and components
  • Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve complex problems in the specialty area
  • Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools
  • Well-developed leadership skills
  • Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems from a broad perspective
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills
  • Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines

SALARY

The expected salary for this position is between $34.47 and $68.75 depending on experience.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
    • Benefits Active on Day 1
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
    • JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
    • 100% Immediate Vesting
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Assistance Available

About Us:

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

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