Senior Network Engineer Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

Requisition ID: 1957
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
At United Launch Alliance (ULA), the Network Engineer 4 is a senior engineering role responsible for designing, implementing, supporting, and optimizing complex network infrastructure across ULA's enterprise and launch environments. This role serves as a top-tier technical expert within the network organization, leading major infrastructure initiatives, delivering advanced engineering solutions, and resolving the most challenging issues impacting mission-critical operations.
The Network Engineer IV works across multiple functional groups engineering, cyber, launch operations, and corporate IT to ensure ULA's network systems remain secure, highly available, scalable, and aligned with operational needs. The role is expected to drive modernization efforts, improve network reliability through automation, and influence technical decision-making. While Level 5 sets enterprise-wide strategy and architectural direction, the Network Engineer IV executes high-impact technical initiatives, translates architectural guidance into implementable designs, and mentors lower-level engineers.
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 6 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university
  • Four years of directly related exempt work experience may be used to satisfy the bachelor's degree requirement
• Extensive experience leading implementation and optimization of enterprise-class networks
• Strong background designing solutions, executing complex network changes, and driving technical improvements across multi-site environments
• Serves as a senior escalation point for high-severity incidents and launch-critical network issues
• Experience owning major network projects from design through deployment and stabilization
• Demonstrated ability to guide, mentor, and technically develop Level 2 and Level 3 engineers
• Deep expertise in TCP/IP networking, routing, switching, segmentation, QoS strategies, multicast architecture, and secure connectivity design
• Advanced hands-on experience with core routing and switching platforms, data center fabrics, high-throughput WAN systems, wireless infrastructure, and mission-critical network services
• Expert-level proficiency in dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP) including route policy engineering, optimization, traffic steering, and multi-region design
• High proficiency with Cisco enterprise technologies, including advanced switching, data center solutions, and Cisco ACI for fabric-based network architecture
• Significant experience with next-generation firewalls and security platforms (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower), including advanced rule design, segmentation models, and security posture tuning
• Ability to design and implement resilient, redundant, and disaster-tolerant network environments supporting high-availability operations
• Strong automation experience using technologies such as Python, Ansible, PowerShell, or Terraform to improve network consistency, speed, and reliability
• Advanced cloud networking experience integrating Azure/AWS networking into enterprise routing, firewalling, identity systems, and monitoring
• Proficiency with enterprise telemetry tools (SolarWinds, NetFlow, packet analysis, advanced monitoring systems) for performance optimization and proactive issue resolution
• Ability to lead full lifecycle network engineering: design, documentation, configuration, deployment, testing, knowledge transfer, and operational transition
• Strong understanding of NAC frameworks and enterprise identity-driven access, including Cisco ISE
• Leads complex projects, modernization efforts, and major infrastructure deployments
• Serves as a senior technical advisor to cross-functional partners and contributes to solution-level architectural discussions
• Mentors Level 3 and below, helping shape technical behaviors, quality standards, and troubleshooting approaches
• Influences network standards, operational practices, and improvement initiatives under the guidance of Level 5 architects
• Communicates effectively with leadership, providing clear technical insights, risk assessments, and solution recommendations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SD-WAN technologies
• Experience in integrating cloud networking (Azure, AWS) into hybrid. environments
• Experience supporting VoIP, unified communications, and real-time QoS strategies
• Network automation/scripting experience (Python, Ansible, PowerShell)
• Familiarity with NAC solutions such as Cisco ISE
• Experience designing, deploying, or operating Cisco ACI fabrics

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $121,307.00 - $202,178.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted