Network Engineering Manager
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.
At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Engineering Manager to lead our team in designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure, including aircrew training devices and learning management systems (LMS). The successful candidate will have a strong technical background in network administration, server administration, and experience with LMS administration, as well as proven leadership skills to manage and direct a team of network engineers.
Leading Teams As a Network Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of 5-10 employees, with a budget of $1,000,000. You will be expected to :
- Develop and enforce policies and processes to manage and maintain network and server systems
- Direct the development of solutions for training delivery networks, development networks, and aircrew training devices
- Collaborate with vendors to troubleshoot issues and develop solutions for user-reported issues, learning content issues, and overall system functionality
- Provide guidance and mentorship to team members to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to perform their jobs effectively
- Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the team
- Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including team members, vendors, and customers, to ensure that their needs are met, and expectations are exceeded
Key responsibilities include :
Network and Server Systems AdministrationSolution DevelopmentTroubleshooting and SupportReporting and AnalyticsVendor ManagementResearch and EvaluationQuality AssuranceOpportunity for Impact : Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization. Professional Development : Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs. Collaborative Culture : Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.
Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree in related field or Associates Degree with 5+ years experience in Network Engineering / Admin3+ years managing small-to-medium, geographically separated teams and projects (5-10 employees, $1,000,000 budget)8+ years experience with LMS administration8+ years network administration experience8+ years experience with aircrew training devices (flight simulators)Experience with VMWare vCenter / vSphereExperience with Horizon VDIExperience with Cisco networking devices (Routing, Switching, Security, Wireless, etc.)Experience with Palo Alto firewallsAbility to obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CASP, CISSP) within 90-days of start dateDesired Skills :
Industry certifications (Microsoft / VMWare / Cisco) desiredGeneral understanding of aircrew training system business processesKnowledge of instructional design and generally accepted learning principlesAptitude and interest in learning new technologyDisplay professional integrity and confidentialityExcellent communication and presentation skillsProficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)Experience with budgets and building bill of material requestsTechnical Skills :
LMS Systems (Merdian)LCMS Systems (DomiKnow)Cisco portfolio of technologiesMicrosoft Windows and Server operating systemsVMware hypervisorsDesign and plans network communications systemsProvide specifications and detailed schematics for network architectureProvide specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needsThis position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level : Secret.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.