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Monday Through Friday Packet Core Network Engineer Jobs

Senior Network Engineer/SME

Arlington, VA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Work is typically performed, Monday through Friday 8-hour days onsite. Flexibility within a 2-week ... Be part of a collaborative core network team supporting the end-to-end planning, design ...

$103K - $141K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Fort Shafter Flats, HI Apply **CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD** Overview ... This position is responsible for the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of core ...

... latency, packet loss, and connectivity across hybrid environments • Participate in incident ... core networking protocols Preferred : • Experience working in highly available, regulated ...

NC · On-site

$64K - $120K/yr

Roles & Responsibilities Core Network Engineering Duties • Design, build, and maintain enterprise ... packet-capture visibility solutions. • Ensure network resiliency, redundancy, and capacity ...

Network Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Roles & Responsibilities Core Network Engineering Duties • Design, build, and maintain enterprise ... packet-capture visibility solutions. • Ensure network resiliency, redundancy, and capacity ...

NC · On-site

$64K - $130K/yr

Roles & Responsibilities Core Network Engineering Duties • Design, build, and maintain enterprise ... packet-capture visibility solutions. • Ensure network resiliency, redundancy, and capacity ...

Senior Network Engineer

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$113K - $154K/yr

Troubleshoot complex network issues including latency, packet loss, and connectivity across hybrid ... Understanding of DNS, DHCP, load balancing, and core networking protocols * Experience working in ...

Network Operations Director

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

Lead all NOC operations supporting RAN , Packet Core , and Backhaul environments. * Manage network ... Partner with engineering teams on capacity planning , network optimization , and technology ...

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How much do monday through friday packet core network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for monday through friday packet core network engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Monday Through Friday Packet Core Network Engineer vs LTE Network Engineer?

AspectMonday Through Friday Packet Core Network EngineerLTE Network Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, Cisco certificationsCCNA, Cisco certifications, LTE-specific training
Work EnvironmentTelecom providers, network operations centersMobile carriers, telecom infrastructure sites
Industry UsageCore network design, maintenance, troubleshootingLTE network deployment, optimization, troubleshooting

The Monday Through Friday Packet Core Network Engineer focuses on core network infrastructure, primarily working on packet core elements during standard business hours. In contrast, an LTE Network Engineer specializes in LTE radio access networks and deployment. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments but differ in technical focus and daily tasks.

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Senior Network Engineer/SME

Senior Network Engineer/SME

Amentum

Arlington, VA • On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Purpose and Impact:
Amentum is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer/SME to join our dynamic team supporting our customer in the National Capital Region. In this position you'll be a part of a team that shapes the strategic future for our clients and defines the strategy to get them there. This position requires an active DoD TS/SCI security clearance that has been adjudicated in the last 5 years or designated CE and the ability to obtain and maintain special accesses.
Work Schedule: Work is typically performed, Monday through Friday 8-hour days onsite. Flexibility within a 2-week pay period to reach 80 hours.
Essential Responsibilities:
Serve as a Sr. Network Engineer/SME guiding the operational and technical aspects of our client's unique mission.
  • Be part of a collaborative core network team supporting the end-to-end planning, design, installation, and configuration of a medium sized IP network.
  • Provide technical expertise using knowledge of advanced routing and switching technologies, service builds including layer 3 VPN services, and infrastructure security.
  • Work with team members to identify and resolve complex issues involved in designing/planning inside plant and outside plant network infrastructures.
  • Advise the customer on the development of technical approaches to solving integration and interoperability related problems; to include formulation and execution of acquisition strategies.
  • Advise the customer on relevant policies, directives, plans, or CONOPS developments that impact technical strategies, integration, or deployment efforts.
  • Develop and present briefings and/or technical papers, to convey project status, objectives, and strategic milestones to managers; identify and quantify risks that would affect the quality, timeliness, and cost of project services and deliverables; recommend risk avoidance and mitigation plans.
  • Participate as expert advisor to and on behalf of the customer in various communication planning working groups; review meetings and technical exchanges with vendors and mission partners; ensure knowledge creation/sharing and integration within and across the client's enterprise.
  • Apply technical expertise to analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations to support integration of fixes, modifications, and enhancements into future and existing operational architecture.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
  • Inside office/cubicle environment. Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers and all levels of management.
  • Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, copier, and other general office equipment.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • Active TS security clearance with SCI eligibility is required with adjudication within the last 5 years and the ability to obtain and maintain special accesses.
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or other equivalent industry certification
  • 10 or more years' experience with an emphasis in networking, information technology, along with a strong troubleshooting background in networking and communications equipment
  • Knowledge and experience with General Dynamics Encryptor Manager (GEM One) software and services
  • Knowledge and experience with SolarWinds suite of products and tools.
  • A subject matter expert (SME) for Voice, Video and Data Communications Systems
  • Significant familiarity with High Assurance IP Encryptors COMSEC devices with the ability to demonstrate proficiency in Internet Protocol communications principles, technical analysis, and problem solving.
  • Good communication and time management skills.
  • Position requires limited (5-10%) travel per year.

Security Clearance Required:
  • TS/SCI - This position requires an active DoD TS/SCI security clearance that has been adjudicated in the last 5 years or designated CE and the ability to obtain and maintain special accesses.

Minimum Education:
  • BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Project Management, or related discipline.

Minimum Years of Experience:
  • 15 years

Required Certifications:
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or other equivalent industry certification
  • Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
  • CompTIA IT Security+

Preferred Qualifications:
  • MS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Project Management, or related discipline or 20+ years of Department of Defense (DoD) operational experience with communications-electronic systems and voice, video, and data networks
  • Project Management Professional Certification

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This position is not designated as a safety sensitive position.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum's role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.
Other Responsibilities:
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Compensation Details:
$235000 - 265000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/06/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.