Optical Transport Network Solutions Specialist

7 days ago


Fort Meade, Florida, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

We are seeking an Optical Transport Network Engineer to help us solve the nation's security challenges.

As a member of our group, you will be working with a small team of APL staff supporting the Government in support of critical mission challenges involving large-scale transport networks.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with other technical and mission experts to apply your technical and operational knowledge to understand and articulate impacts of design choices to the mission while collaborating with other APL staff, government sponsors, and external partners to achieve mission success.

Our team is committed to national security and recognizes the value of diversity of thought in the approaches we take. We strive to foster an environment that promotes professional growth and a balanced life.

About the Role
  • Job Title: Optical Transport Network Engineer
  • Location: Ft. Meade and occasionally at the APL main campus in Laurel, MD

As an Optical Transport Network Engineer, your primary responsibilities will be to provide technical expertise and analytical support on the performance and mission use of Optical Transport Networks (OTNs).

Estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide full-time support on-site at Ft. Meade and occasionally at the APL main campus in Laurel, MD
  • Document technical work and recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Quickly adapt to new directions and technical approaches based on internal team decisions, sponsor direction, and external factors
  • Keep pace with advances in global optical networking technologies and apply those to set strategic direction to modernize critical OTNs

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in information science and technology, computer science, computer engineering or another related technical field
  • At least ten years of relevant experience in the design and operation of transport networks
  • Knowledge of key network technologies including SONET, DWDM, Ethernet, and other Layer 2 and 3 protocols
  • Familiarity with network security concepts and ability to apply them to network design and network operation
  • Well-versed in industry standards from organizations such as the IETF, MEF, or ITU
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively independently and in dynamic team environments
  • Outstanding written and verbal communications skills with ability to produce documentation that requires little to no rework
  • Willing to travel domestically and occasionally internationally 10-25%
  • Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance


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