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Network Engineer, Principal Specialist, El Segundo, CA Onsite

RTX Corporation

el segundo, CAJob$96–182K/yrPosted 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$96–182K/yr
Location
el segundo, CA
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

The Network Engineer, Principal Specialist supports classified network infrastructure at Raytheon/RTX facilities in El Segundo. The role installs, maintains, supports, and monitors voice and data networks, and works with program engineers on networking problems in tactical environments. It is onsite in classified computing and SAP areas. An active, transferable U.S. Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship are required; a Top Secret clearance is highly desired.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cisco Router ConfigurationCisco Switch ConfigurationFirewall ConfigurationIntrusion DetectionSoftware UpgradesCisco ISE802.1XSolarWindsClient-Server EnvironmentsCabling StandardsFiber StandardsAccess Control ListsSecurity PostureVendor Best PracticesVisioEncryption DevicesCustomer ServiceOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationIP TelephonyNTP ServersGemOneClassified ComputingSTIG ComplianceNetwork Refreshes

Qualifications

University Degree or Equivalent Experience or Advanced Degree5+ Years Relevant Experience or Advanced Degree With 3+ YearsActive Transferable Security ClearanceU.S. CitizenshipSecurity+ CertificationCCNA Certification1-2 Years Network Management Software ExperienceTop Secret DoD Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E04 ~ 2006 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E04

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Network Engineer, Principal Specialist

Raytheon Digital Technology - Classified Information Services

El Segundo, CA - ONSITE position

Active US Secret Clearance required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Join this high impact team as a Network Engineer (P3) to ensure the smooth operation of classified network infrastructure at our Raytheon/RTX locations. The installation, maintenance, support, and monitoring of the network infrastructure will be performed. Candidate must have advanced background supporting networks and have an active US Secret Security Clearance to be considered. This role is in our El Segundo, CA location, and the role will be onsite at our facilities there to work in classified computing areas. This role is in SAP areas. A Top Secret DoD Security clearance is highly desired and you will be required to apply for a TS after your start date. This role is relocation eligible if the selected applicant meets company policy criteria.

What You Will Do:

  • Focuses on Inter-team communication and organization of clear documentation of network details to support and enable smooth project growth.

  • We ideally need someone with Cisco ISE experience with 802.1X, SolarWinds, and setting up client server environments for government networks.

  • Maintains smooth operation of voice and data networks. Plans, evaluates, coordinates, and performs installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.

  • Develop technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, encryptors etc.

  • Maintains network management software platforms.

  • Propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings aligning with future requirements factoring in redundancy and required network uptime.

  • Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions, technical diagrams, and other documentation. Where no documentation exists, new documentation will be created.

  • Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.

  • Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support.

  • Network designs that include selection of hardware and software packages, hierarchical architecture, and geographical limitations.

  • Work with program engineers to resolve networking problems in tactical environments.

  • Assist in the overall performance and capability of technical team through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.

  • Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.

  • Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.

What You Will Learn:

  • You will apply your Network Engineering skills to defense-oriented programs.

  • Obtain Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is highly desired within a year.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience

  • Experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.

  • Active, In-Scope and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is highly desired within a year.

  • We ideally need someone with Cisco ISE experience with 802.1X, SolarWinds, and setting up client server environments for government networks.

  • Experience with current cabling and fiber standards.

  • Experience with access control list, security posture, and vendor best practices.

  • Experience with Visio diagramming and design capabilities.

  • 1-2 years of experience with network management software.

  • Willingness and availability to travel domestically as needed.

  • Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of encryption devices.

  • Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communications.

  • Experience with platforms such as IP telephony, NTP servers, GemOne, and SolarWinds.

  • Ability to work under time constraints.

  • Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes

  • Current and active US Top Secret DOD Security Clearance

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility – This role will provide relocation support if the selected applicant qualifies per company policy.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

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Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,085 open Network Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$96–182K/yr
  • California median$140–220K/yr317 salary ranges
  • US median$116–191K/yr3,187 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $139K, is 21% below the California median midpoint ($176K) — in the lowest quarter of Network Engineer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 386 open Network Engineer jobs in California and 4,085 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — less than three in four Network Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 3,539 postings).
Education
1,225 of the 4,085 open Network Engineer jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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