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MAF Senior Network Engineer

Trace Systems


Job Location:

Scott Air Force Base, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 92000 - 92000
Posted: 12 November 2026 (11 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 9 February 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Overview

Job Title: MAF Senior Network Engineer

Location: Scott AFB Illinois


Job Responsibilities

Trace Systems is seeking a MAF Senior Network Engineer to provide Tier III analysis design and integration support for Mobility Air Forces requirements within EACN at Scott AFB. This position will evaluate new technologies and engineer the integration of new aircraft and communications capabilities. The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage.

  • Provide network analysis and design services to engineer evaluate and recommend technologies that integrate MAF Operations requirements into EACN.
  • Support Government engineers with overarching technical oversight of the EACN platform and MAF integration activities.
  • Develop architectures implementation approaches test plans configurations and technical recommendations for new MAF capabilities.
  • Prepare a Network Installation and Configuration Guide before changes are made to an operational system network or gateway.
  • Coordinate integration of new aircraft network transport and communications capabilities with engineering test cybersecurity and operations stakeholders.
  • Validate changes in the SIL or approved test environment before operational deployment.
  • Troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues and document approved baselines and changes.

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency requirements the following compensation information is provided for this position. The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum compensation Trace reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to location experience qualifications skills and performance.

Salary Minimum: $92000

Salary Maximum: $120000

The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the Trace salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location experience and addition Trace provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage flexible spending accounts an employee wellness program life and disability insurance a retirement savings plan company holidays and paid time off (PTO).


Minimum Qualifications

  • Active in-scope US Government issued Top Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access.
  • Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements US Citizenship is required.
  • Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 441 Network Operations Specialist Proficiency Level: Advanced; and may qualify through education military training certifications or a combination thereof.
  • Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Masters or Ph.D degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
  • Qualifying 8140 certifications may include SecurityX / CASP CCNA CCNP Security CCSP GCED GCIA GCLD GDSA GFACT or other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force installation and program security requirements.
  • 5 years of senior network engineering experience supporting complex enterprise airborne or DoD communications environments.
  • Current Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
  • DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position or ability to obtain it within six months.
  • Advanced experience with network architecture Cisco routing and switching integration testing and technical documentation.

Desired Qualification

  • Experience with Mobility Air Forces Air Mobility Command airborne communications aircraft integration EACN A2G2 or SATCOM.
  • Experience with SIL testing configuration management cybersecurity compliance or network automation.
  • Prior military service or experience supporting Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force customers.
  • Experience supporting mission-essential communications in distributed multi-site environments.

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelors degree in engineering information technology or a related field preferred.

Trace Systems

Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nations security interests at home and abroad whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT engineering full life-cycle communications cybersecurity cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

To Apply:We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here atTrace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings text tracejobs to 97211 or apply directly through our website at:. #jointracesystems

Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.


Trace Systems is seeking a MAF Senior Network Engineer to provide Tier III analysis design and integration support for Mobility Air Forces requirements within EACN at Scott AFB. This position will evaluate new technologies and engineer the integration of new aircraft and communications capabilities. The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage.

  • Provide network analysis and design services to engineer evaluate and recommend technologies that integrate MAF Operations requirements into EACN.
  • Support Government engineers with overarching technical oversight of the EACN platform and MAF integration activities.
  • Develop architectures implementation approaches test plans configurations and technical recommendations for new MAF capabilities.
  • Prepare a Network Installation and Configuration Guide before changes are made to an operational system network or gateway.
  • Coordinate integration of new aircraft network transport and communications capabilities with engineering test cybersecurity and operations stakeholders.
  • Validate changes in the SIL or approved test environment before operational deployment.
  • Troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues and document approved baselines and changes.

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency requirements the following compensation information is provided for this position. The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum compensation Trace reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to location experience qualifications skills and performance.

Salary Minimum: $92000

Salary Maximum: $120000

The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the Trace salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location experience and addition Trace provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage flexible spending accounts an employee wellness program life and disability insurance a retirement savings plan company holidays and paid time off (PTO).


  • Active in-scope US Government issued Top Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access.
  • Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements US Citizenship is required.
  • Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 441 Network Operations Specialist Proficiency Level: Advanced; and may qualify through education military training certifications or a combination thereof.
  • Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Masters or Ph.D degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
  • Qualifying 8140 certifications may include SecurityX / CASP CCNA CCNP Security CCSP GCED GCIA GCLD GDSA GFACT or other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force installation and program security requirements.
  • 5 years of senior network engineering experience supporting complex enterprise airborne or DoD communications environments.
  • Current Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
  • DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position or ability to obtain it within six months.
  • Advanced experience with network architecture Cisco routing and switching integration testing and technical documentation.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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