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If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE—and make a difference with us. The MITRE Space Intelligence Systems Department is looking for a Lead Network Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) who wants to drive innovative solutions, thought leadership, and evidence-based recommendations so the Intelligence Community (IC) can deliver the benefits and services our Mission Partners depend on to make a positive impact in the world. Roles & Responsibilities: + Development of Program and Technical Strategy and Execution for the following: + Applying network engineering skills in support of the National Space Portfolio (NSP) Sponsor's mission. + Working with experts in space and integrated ground domains with the opportunity to apply end-to-end terrestrial and MPLS/IP network expertise across a broad spectrum of technical disciplines / capabilities to bring the most current technologies to bear against sponsor's toughest challenges. + Also work with service providers to design, provision and maintain sponsor long haul communication networks - domestic and international, as well as, the MPLS/IP WAN/CAN/LAN networks. + Development of technical engineering reports geared for both technical and non-technical audiences / decision makers. + FT/On-site required. Basic Qualifications: + Top Secret/SCI clearance and possess or be willing to obtain a polygraph. + Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience. + Strong understanding of end-to-end terrestrial and MPLS/IP network expertise across a broad spectrum of technical disciplines + Experience with MPLS/IP WAN/CAN/LAN networks + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + This position requires an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site. Preferred Qualifications: + TS/SCI with poly. + Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a technical equivalent or, Degree in Engineering with emphasis on Networking, or related technical field such as engineering, physics, mathematics, operations research, engineering management, computer science, or related STEM program. + Knowledge and experience with IP/MPLS networking as well as with fiber optical transport to include under sea cabling. + A working understanding of space systems and how they interact with ground systems. + Prior professional experience in the US Intelligence, Space, or Defense Community. This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): Top Secret/SCI This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret/SCI/Polygraph Work Location Type: Onsite MITRE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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