Senior Network Designer

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The Boeing Company is looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Network Designer to join the team in Dallas, TX.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate with extensive expertise in Wide Area Networks (WAN), routing, and switching, coupled with a strong understanding of advanced networking protocols. In this role, you will leverage your hands-on experience in implementing and optimizing routing across organizations to enhance our network performance.

Proficiency in key technologies such as Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), Quality of Service (QoS), Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN), and encryption standards is essential. You should have a proven track record of managing large-scale, complex network infrastructures, with the ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot these systems effectively.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, high-performance WAN and LAN solutions
• Architect network systems for large complex organization infrastructures with focus on reliability and security
• Plan, design, and deploy MPLS networks and designing systems that incorporate advanced QOS strategies and traffic shaping mechanisms
• Implement and manage routing and switching technologies, particularly OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and BGP
• Perform troubleshooting and optimization of WAN routing configurations across multiple locations
• Apply relevant encryption standards for securing data traffic across wide area networks
• Work with internal teams to ensure that the network is compliant with industry standards and regulations, including implementing Virtual Private Networks (VPN) and Secure Socket Layer/Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS) encryption protocols
• Collaborate with internal teams including Information Technology (IT) security, Tech Fellow and stakeholders to align network architecture with business requirements
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network topology diagrams, configuration guides and capacity planning documents
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to junior designers
• Provide expert troubleshooting of network related issues related to LAN, WAN and Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) networks
• Assist in incident resolution, root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of experience with Large Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN) and Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
• 10+ years of experience with Quality of Service (QOS), routing and switching protocols
• 10+ years of experience with designing and implementing large scale network architectures, including complex routing and switching configurations
• 5+ years of experience with network security, and practical experience in implementing and managing encryption standards such as IPSec, SSL, GETVPN
• 5+ years of experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, NetFlow)
• 5+ years of experience with Incident Management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• CCNA, CCNP, CCIE or equivalent certifications
• Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages (python, Ansible)
• Experience with problem-solving skills and ability to address complex network issues quickly and efficiently
• Experience with communication skills and collaboration with cross functional teams

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $136,000 – $196,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 14, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.