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Position Summary

Odyssey Systems is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support advanced situational awareness and multi-domain operations (MDO) programs. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and integration of RF and signal processing systems that enable next-generation battlefield awareness, electronic warfare, and spectrum management capabilities.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and operators to design and deliver systems that integrate data from diverse sensors, communications, and radar systems to provide actionable intelligence and operational advantage. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in RF, signal processing, and spectrum management, along with experience contributing to mission-critical DoD programs in multi-domain environments.

This is a full time position located at MacDill AFB, FL or Ft. Belvoir, VA. 

***Contingent upon contract award***

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-class network architectures across data centers, cloud environments, and remote sites.

• Lead complex network engineering projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments.

• Develop and enforce network standards, best practices, and configuration baselines.

• Troubleshoot advanced network issues and provide Tier-III escalation support.

• Optimize network performance through capacity planning, traffic analysis, and proactive monitoring.

• Implement and manage routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), switching technologies, and WAN architectures.

• Ensure network security through segmentation, firewall policies, access controls, and compliance frameworks.

• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to support business initiatives.

• Mentor and guide junior network engineers, providing technical oversight and knowledge sharing.

• Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.

***Contingent upon contract award***

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience: 7+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering or network operations

• Expert-level knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, and network protocols

• Strong experience with enterprise networking platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, or equivalent)

• Proficiency with routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP

• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security technologies

• Familiarity with network monitoring and analysis tools such as SolarWinds, Wireshark, or NetFlow

• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues in large-scale environments

• Strong communication, documentation, and leadership skills

• Ability to mentor and guide junior network engineers

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Certifications: Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent

Technical Skills

• Experience with SDN, network automation, and scripting (Python, Ansible)

• Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures

• Experience with MPLS, Segment Routing, or advanced WAN technologies

• Familiarity with Zero Trust architectures and modern security frameworks

• Background in designing highly available, large-scale, or multi-site network environments

• Experience leading technical teams or serving as a project technical lead

Additional Information

Location: Tampa, FL or Fort Belvoir, VA

Travel: As needed

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***Contingent upon contract award***

Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Employment Type: FULL_TIME