GCN Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented GMD Communications Network (GCN) Engineer to join our team! In this role you will work as part of a GCN engineering team supporting GCN development, deployment, and network operations technical oversight. 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist the GCN Product Lead to develop/document/review GCN requirements and interface control specifications; review objective evidence artifacts, review development/ installation / acceptance test plans and results, and project schedules and other programmatic details; track site installation/ test/ activation activities; analyze network performance and operations; and identify required base communication infrastructure, secure voice, and Long Haul Communication Transport (LHCT) services

• Coordinate GCN integration with other GMD Fire Control and Communications (GFCC) products (fire control/battle management, cybersecurity system, in-flight interceptor communication system, and launch support system), as well as MDA Decision Dominance Command and Control, Sensors, Facilities, and other Missile Defense System stakeholders

• Provide inputs to independent government cost estimates

• Participate in the technical evaluation of contract proposals

• Support GCN Product Lead and GCN engineering team in transitioning to DevSecOps - digital engineering approach for GCN projects

• Assist GMN in preparation, conduct, and after-action responsibilities for system requirements reviews, design reviews, project status reviews, site inspections, installation and acceptance test plans/events, fielding readiness reviews, and operational readiness reviews

• Develop and present technical reports and briefings including support to the Engineering Review Boards (ERB) and Operational Capability List (OCL) approval process

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Secret clearance or higher

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline degree related to area of specialty and 5+ years of related professional experience (NOTE: Newly-hired PhD graduates are typically hired into this level.)

• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative environment composed of Government, Prime Contractor, Support Contractor, and other Government agencies personnel

• Ability to work across a vast organizational structure to effectively communicate complex technical issues

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook)

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline and 7+ years direct experience in network engineering

• Active Top Secret clearance and SCI

• Missile defense system fire control network experience is desired

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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