Network Engineer

Redwire Corporation is a global space and defense technology company building the infrastructure of the future and delivering multi-domain solutions. Redwire Defense Tech specializes in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced electro-optical surveillance systems. Our technologies are trusted and deployed across defense, security, civil, and industrial sectors worldwide.

We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our IT team. The role is focused to ensure reliable, secure and high-performance network infrastructure across all company environments, supporting business continuity, communications and ongoing IT infrastructure development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and administer network infrastructure.
• Manage routing, switching, and firewall environments.
• Monitor network performance and ensure high availability.
• Perform Layer 3 (L3) troubleshooting and diagnose network issues.
• Maintain cloud and hybrid network connectivity.
• Ensure network security, access control, and compliance.
• Organize and maintain network documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments and infrastructure projects, including radio links, GCS systems, Starlink deployments, and custom network builds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, OSI model, routing & switching (VLANs, OSPF, BGP).
• Cloud networking experience with Azure.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in networking/infrastructure, including implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing network issues.
• Understanding of network security principles, segmentation, and basic threat mitigation.
• Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation, diagrams, and procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Networking certifications such as CCNA or CompTIA Network+ are an advantage.
• Experience with ZTN architecture as advantage.
• Experience with SDWAN as advantage.

What We Offer

• A modern production facility with cutting-edge equipment and a dynamic work environment.
• Salary 3000–3500 EUR gross per month.
• Health insurance and children’s accident insurance after the probation period.
• Accident insurance from the first working day.
• Annual performance-based bonus program.
• Yearly salary review.
• Financial support in special life situations.
• Free parking and company shuttle bus Jelgava–Rīga–Jelgava.

Join our team and develop your technical skills while working with world-class technologies! Please submit your CV in English by clicking “Apply” or sending it directly to [email protected].

We appreciate every application, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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