Systems Network Design Engineer

Description ACARA Solutions and our client in Scottsdale, AZ have a contract to direct hire position offering a Flex schedule 3 days a week in office Network Design Engineer Responsibilities: Performs communication network requirements analysis, IP network system design, and troubleshooting Develops network solutions to meet customer expectations and technical performance while staying within schedule and cost constraints Performs functional analysis, performance analysis, detailed trade studies Supports system integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of the system Develops and evaluates systems, networks, and information systems to ensure designs meet applicable governmental security specifications May provide system accreditation/certification evaluation and test support to ensure all technical security features (e.g., identification, authentication, access control, labeling, and auditing) of the system are considered and function properly Participates in Modeling and Simulation activities Researches and analyzes data, such as vendor products, COTS components, GFE/CFE, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application Provides leadership and/or direction to lower level employees Provides engineering support to proposals Guides the development and test teams on successful completion of network design implementation and verification Is creative and innovative. requiring advanced decision-making skills Recommends methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead) Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent knowledge of current state-of-the art IP Networking techniques and technologies; able to apply these to solve new customer problems Excellent use and understanding of systems engineering and development lifecycle concepts and principles Excellent knowledge of other related communication network disciplines Proficiency with requirements management & network system modeling tools Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Excellent written and verbal communications skills; effective in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions Working understanding of basic project leadership principles including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls Job Requirements Required Skills / Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5 years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. Preferred Skills / Qualifications: Agile experience preferred. Additional Information: Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply