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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # (SkillBridge) Network Communications/ Principal Network Communic - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $68,200.0 - $102,400.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Network Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Networking Hardware, Local Area Networks, Microsoft Office, Service Pack, Systems Integration, Wireshark, Computer Network Operations, SC Clearance, SolarWinds (Software), OPNET (Software) - **Published:** October 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9215829/skillbridge-network-communications-principal-network-communic ## About the Role * Must have a High School diploma/GED and 6 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or an Associate's Degree and 4 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Master's Degree. * Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification. * Experience with STIG compliance. * Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks. * Experience with configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware. * Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES). * Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds, etc.). * Experience with Microsoft Office suite. * Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. * Must be willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year. * Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company., * Must have a High School diploma/GED and 9 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or an Associate's Degree and 7 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Master's Degree and 3 years of Network Communications/Administration experience. * Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification. * Experience with STIG compliance. * Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks. * Experience with configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware. * Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES). * Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds, etc.). * Experience with Microsoft Office suite. * Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. * Must be willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year. * Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company., * Active U.S. government Top Secret clearance * Special Program Access * Experience with remote cloud architecture. * Experience working in an Air Force flightline environment * Experience working with Air Force flight communications systems * Experience working on aircraft (i.e. Predator, Global Hawk, etc.) communication systems ## Description Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program., * Has served at least 180 days on active duty * Is within 12 months of separation or retirement * Will receive an honorable discharge * Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS * Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months * Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship, * Provide real time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing any issues related to communications and networking to include fault isolation, remediation, and resolution. * Account for, control, and deploy equipment. * Work with partners to resolve connectivity issues and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks. * Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in military flight operations environment, including operations on flightline, in a hangar, and in command-and-control centers. * Adherence to checklists and procedures to ensure repeated success and providing redlines to procedures when necessary. * Work with a team to provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface. * Provide local network management support through updates, configurations, security patches, drawings, and feedback to the Responsible Engineers (REs). * Communicate complex technical issues to local support, Main Operation Bases (MOBs), and Responsible Engineers (REs). * Support and lead air crew engagement for proper techniques in solving complex analysis of technical problems that arise during operations. * Assist with trend analysis as needed for Responsible Engineers (REs). * Perform/support review and analysis of supplier design data and definition of functional test requirements including acceptance, qualification, and system integration. * Take responsibility for the testing, maintenance, and integration of Comms and Networks equipment required to support ground and flight operations. * Work with system admins, maintainers, and onsite personnel to troubleshoot and repair any internal operational issues.