Principal Network Engineer

Job Description

Principal Network EngineerWould you like to play a key role in the development of a network that will be utilised in the current Royal Navy Platforms Would you like to have the opportunity to see your work have real world outcomes We currently have a number of vacancies for Principal Network Engineers to join us at our sites in New Malden, Portsmouth(Broad Oak) Frimley or Dorchester.As a Principal Network Engineer, you will be delivering an integrated, performant Network system as part of a larger Combat System product in line with all relevant processes and quality requirements under the direction of the Network engineering team leader. You will be working on the design, implementation and integration of a network being developed in a lab environment for the T26, T45 or QEC Aircraft Carrier Platforms.This role will give you the opportunity to see real world tangible outputs as a result of your work. It could provide you with the unique opportunity to gain access on board the ships to see the solutions you are developing in use. Development opportunities in the Combat Systems Team or within the BAE Systems Business exist to grow your network skills or branch out into new roles.Your main responsibilities as a Principal Network Engineer will involve: Installation and configuration of a complex network architecture to ensure the network meets its availability and performance requirementsSupport and maintain the availability of the network sub-systemResolve and implement solutions to Observations raised on the network sub-systemCarry out investigations into operational problems or developments and develop and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a project team.Support other discipline teams (e.g. Software, Systems) with trouble shooting and resolving system observations.Your skills and qualifications:An understanding of how to configure and setup Juniper and Dell Switches and Juniper FirewallsExperience with configuring and installing client and server network softwareKnowledge of Local Area Networking (LAN) and/or Wide Area Networking (WAN) technologiesAn understanding of the technology behind a switched architecture and its workings (DNS, DHCP, Security, IP Switching/Routing, HTTP, VPN, etc.)Current Juniper JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP certificationExperience of working with Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables (Cat 5-6), Fibre Optics, Racks LAN, WAN, TCP/IP (Ethernet)Network Management & Monitoring Systems e.g. PRTG and SolarwindsWhat were looking for in you:You will be an enthusiastic and keen team player that is motivated to achieve the best outcomes.Location: New Malden, Dorchester, Frimley or Portsmouth (Broad Oak)Salary: CompetitiveBenefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.BAE SystemsBAE Systems is one of the worlds leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countriesCombat SystemsWe design, develop, integrate and provide through-life support to naval combat systems that enable navies to protect nations. Vital information from ship sensors such as radar and sonar, are captured through our core product, the Combat Management System. This advanced technological capability allows ships crews to rapidly respond to potentially life-threatening situations.In using this cutting-edge technology, we are at the forefront of defence system integration. Our products feature across the Royal Navys surface fleet aboard Type 23 frigates, Type 45 destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers. The new Type 26 Global Combat Ships, under construction by BAE Systems in Glasgow, will also use the next generation of our combat systems.We pride ourselves on being the combat systems integrator of choice, not only integrating our own products, but those of other defence companies too in delivering combat systems for both the Royal Navy and international customers.We offer significant opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop with us. The health and well-being of our employees matters to us and thats why we offer the flexibility for you to do whats important to you, whether thats job sharing, home working, or simply the ability to flex your start and stop times. Where practical, well support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your full potential.At BAE we want to be the leading employer in defence and security for valuing diversity and inclusion. We care about difference in all forms and want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under-represented within our industry, including women, people from ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to be a preferred home for veterans and reservists.Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.