United Launch Alliance

Rockets for national security and NASA

Network Administrator 3

Network Engineering & AdministrationUpdated on Nov 7

Full-timeCentennial, CO, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university is required; four years of directly related exempt work experience may be used to satisfy the degree requirement.
At least four years of experience supporting, administering, and optimizing enterprise-class network environments is required.
Comprehensive knowledge of TCP/IP networking principles, including routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, Quality of Service, and multicast technologies is required.
Hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless networking solutions, is required.
The candidate must be able to independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex network issues in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.
Experience supporting high-availability, multi-site network architectures and ensuring reliability, scalability, and operational continuity is required.
Strong understanding of network security concepts, industry best practices, and defense-in-depth methodologies is required.
Advanced expertise with dynamic routing protocols, including OSPF and BGP, in enterprise and large-scale network environments is required.
Proficiency administering enterprise switching platforms, including Cisco technologies and related network ecosystems, is required.
Hands-on experience managing next-generation firewalls and security appliances, such as Palo Alto Networks and Cisco ASA solutions, is required.
Experience using network monitoring and diagnostic tools, including Wireshark, NetFlow, packet capture utilities, and performance analysis platforms, is required.
Experience implementing and supporting secure connectivity solutions, including IPsec VPNs, SSL VPNs, remote-access services, and site-to-site network communications, is required.
The candidate must be able to perform full lifecycle management of network infrastructure, including configuration, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, patching, and hardware refresh activities.
Working knowledge of enterprise monitoring and management platforms such as SolarWinds is required for proactive network visibility, alerting, and performance optimization.
The candidate must be able to create and maintain detailed network diagrams, configurations, standard operating procedures, and change management records.
The candidate must be able to lift up to 35 pounds, bend, kneel, squat, stoop, work overhead, reach above shoulder level, sit, stand, walk on sometimes uneven surfaces, and climb.
All applicants must be U.S. persons as defined in ITAR, including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals.

Responsibilities

Administer, optimize, and continuously improve enterprise network infrastructure.
Provide advanced support and expert-level troubleshooting across complex LAN, WAN, wireless, and network security environments to ensure high availability, reliability, performance, and scalability.
Lead implementation of network enhancements, support critical infrastructure initiatives, and drive resolution of escalated technical issues.
Work with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and engineering partners to contribute to the design, deployment, and maintenance of secure, resilient network solutions aligned with organizational objectives, operational requirements, and industry best practices.
Use proactive monitoring, performance tuning, and strategic planning to keep the network environment robust, efficient, and capable of supporting mission-critical operations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with SD-WAN technologies is preferred.
Exposure to cloud networking with Azure or AWS is preferred.
Experience supporting VoIP, unified communications, or Quality of Service design is preferred.
Knowledge of automation or scripting with Python, Ansible, or PowerShell for network tasks is preferred.
Familiarity with Cisco ISE network access control solutions is preferred.

Requisition ID: 1950

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: No

Travel Requirements: 10%

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

At United Launch Alliance (ULA), the Network Administrator 3 serves as a senior technical resource responsible for the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the enterprise network infrastructure. This role provides advanced support and expert-level troubleshooting across complex LAN, WAN, wireless, and network security environments, ensuring high availability, reliability, performance, and scalability.

The Network Administrator 3 leads the implementation of network enhancements, supports critical infrastructure initiatives, and drives resolution of escalated technical issues. Working closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and engineering partners, this position contributes to the design, deployment, and maintenance of secure, resilient network solutions that align with organizational objectives, operational requirements, and industry best practices. Through proactive monitoring, performance tuning, and strategic planning, the role helps ensure the network environment remains robust, efficient, and capable of supporting ULA’s mission-critical operations.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university
- Four years of directly related exempt work experience may be used to satisfy the bachelor’s degree requirement
Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting, administering, and optimizing enterprise-class network environments
Comprehensive knowledge of TCP/IP networking principles, including routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, Quality of Service (QoS), and multicast technologies
Hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless networking solutions
Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex network issues in fast-paced, mission-critical environments
Experience supporting high-availability, multi-site network architectures, ensuring reliability, scalability, and operational continuity
Strong understanding of network security concepts, industry best practices, and defense-in-depth methodologies
Advanced expertise with dynamic routing protocols, including OSPF and BGP, within enterprise and large-scale network environments
Proficiency administering enterprise switching platforms, including Cisco technologies and related network ecosystems
Hands-on experience managing next-generation firewalls and security appliances, such as Palo Alto Networks and Cisco ASA solutions
Strong analytical skills with experience utilizing network monitoring and diagnostic tools, including Wireshark, NetFlow, packet capture utilities, and performance analysis platforms
Experience implementing and supporting secure connectivity solutions, including IPsec VPNs, SSL VPNs, remote-access services, and site-to-site network communications
Ability to perform full lifecycle management of network infrastructure, including configuration, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, patching, and hardware refresh activities
Working knowledge of enterprise monitoring and management platforms such as SolarWinds for proactive network visibility, alerting, and performance optimization
Exceptional documentation and technical communication skills, with the ability to create and maintain detailed network diagrams, configurations, standard operating procedures, and change management records
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and technical leadership to support organizational objectives and continuous infrastructure improvement initiatives
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., bend, kneel, squat, stoop, work overhead, reach above shoulder level, sit, stand, walk (sometimes on uneven surfaces), and climb.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SD-WAN technologies
Exposure to cloud networking (Azure, AWS)
Experience supporting VoIP, unified communications, or QoS design
Knowledge of automation or scripting (Python, Ansible, PowerShell) for network tasks
Familiarity with NAC solutions (Cisco ISE)

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $99,604.00 - $166,007.00

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
Generous paid time off
Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted

About the Company

United Launch Alliance

Rockets for national security and NASA

ULA builds launch vehicles for national security, NASA and commercial space missions. Its rockets are designed to reach challenging and distant orbits and deliver highly accurate payload insertions, offering wide orbital flexibility for different mission profiles. The company’s approach centers on providing reliable, direct-to-orbit capabilities tailored to meet customers’ needs for secure national missions, space agency programs, and commercial launches. The goal is to expand access to space by offering dependable, precise launches that can place payloads into the specific orbits required by each mission.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $1.6B
Headquarters: Centennial, CO
Founded: 2006

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