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We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!\nThis role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.Description:\nThe role is part of the Blue National Security unit andsupportsBlue Origin’s Quartz program.Quartz is building out a global network of Blue Origin owned and operated ground infrastructure. Quartz will be used by Blue Origin businesses and external customers providing reliable, flexible, and cost-effective communications services between Earth and space.\nTheQuartzteamis looking for experienced personnel to join their team.We’rea group of problem-solvers with diverse skillsets, building andoperatingthe ground stations that serve as the critical link connecting space to Earth. Working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment,you’llcontribute innovative solutions whiledemonstratingpersonal leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail. This position will directlyimpactthe history of space exploration and demands your dedicated commitment to safe, reliable spaceflight.\nAs aGroundNetworkEngineer, you will be at the forefront of designing, building, andmaintainingthehighly availableand resilient network infrastructure that connects our global network of ground stations. You will join a dedicated team of engineers who are criticaltothe success of our spaceflight missions. This role requires a blend of deep technicalexpertisein networking, a passion for automation, and a commitment to applying Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles to create a scalable, robust, and secure network environment. Your contributions will directlyimpactour ability to communicate with our fleet of launch vehicles and spacecraft, enabling our vision of millions of people living and working in space.\nResponsibilities:\nDesign and document the end-to-end network topology for multiple sites and a Network Operations Center (NOC).\n\nDefine and implement WAN/LAN architecture, including primary and backup circuits, switching, and routing.\n\nConfigure and manage network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and out-of-band management devices.\n\nDevelop and implement IP addressing plans and VLAN configurations.\n\nEstablish andmaintainnetwork security architecture, including firewalls, VPN tunnels, and access control lists.\n\nConduct system hardening, vulnerability scanning, and remediation of findings.\n\nImplement and manage network monitoring and observability platforms to ensure network health and performance.\n\nCoordinate with service providers for circuit installation and troubleshooting.\n\nCreate andmaintaincomprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and as-built documentation.\n\nDevelop and automate network health reporting and trend analysis.\n\nLead Quartz cyber security compliance activities\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\nB.S.or higher degreein computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science,computer engineering, or related fieldor equivalent experience\n\n8+years ofrelevant experiencearchitecting,developingand deploying scalable and maintainable network infrastructure.\n\nExperience in networkarchitecting,device installation, configuration, and monitoring.\n\nExperience developing and managing network device configurations in multi-vendor environments\n\nDeep understandingofprotocols including but not limited to (TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS), routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), and network services (DHCP, DNS, NTP)\n\nExperience coding in higher-level languages (e.g.Python, Go, Rust, C++,etc)\n\nHighly organized team player with excellent technical written and verbal communication skills.\n\nDemonstratedtrack recordof resourcefulness from theirpreviousassignments.\n\nAbility to earn trust,maintainpositive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.\n\nMust be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.\n\nDesired Qualifications:\nExperience with Juniper networking platforms (JNCIS-ENT, JNCIS-DevOps, JNCIP, or higher certifications aplus)\n\nExperience with Palo Alto Networks security platforms\n\nWorking knowledge of NIST SP 800-series guidance, including SP 800-57, and FIPS 140-2/140-3 requirements\n\nBase Pay Range for:\nVA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55\nCO applicants is $181,626.00 - $254,275.35Other site ranges may differ\nCulture Statement\nDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.\nRequired for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical\nBenefits\nBenefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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