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Department: IT Location: Hawthorne, California Compensation: $110,000 - $135,000 / year Description Astrolab is The Lunar Operations Company. We design and build the systems and hardware the lunar economy will come to depend on — rovers, power, and data networks for sustained operations on the Moon. We are focused on the problems that must be solved before the next chapter of human exploration can scale. The Moon does not forgive untested assumptions. The people who work here know that, and they wouldn't have it any other way. Astrolab is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to own the design, implementation, and security of our enterprise and mission critical network infrastructure. This role requires hardening networks to meet NIST 800-171/53 and integrate on-premises environments into our cloud platforms. This position reports to the IT Manager, Cloud & Infrastructure. What you'll do: Design and implement fault tolerant network architecture that aligns with NIST 800-171 and 53 frameworks Deploy, configure, and maintain network, wireless, firewall infrastructure across physical offices and cloud platforms Architect and manage Azure cloud networking topologies (Hub & Spoke architectures, Virtual WAN, Azure ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways) Support mission operations by ensuring real-time, low-latency telemetry and video broadcast streams Use tools like Ansible, Chef, or Puppet to automate network and firewall configurations Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance of the network environments Act as the subject matter expert and primary escalation point for networking, cloud connectivity, and performance issues Mentor and coach entry/mid-level engineers interested in expanding their skillsets Participate in on-call rotations, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and perform root-cause analysis (RCA) for system outages Maintain clear, up-to-date documentation of architectural diagrams, deployment processes, and runbooks What you'll bring: Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) related field or equivalent combination of education and experience 2+ years of professional experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure Experience configuring and supporting enterprise network infrastructure Preferred Qualifications Experience configuring and troubleshooting routing and switching technologies Experience administering enterprise firewalls Experience with TCP/IP networking, including routing, switching, DNS, and DHCP 6+ years of professional experience in network engineering Experience supporting network infrastructure in aerospace, defense, government, finance, or other regulated industries Experience administering Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Aruba, Silver Peak, or equivalent enterprise networking platforms Experience with BGP, OSPF, RADIUS, TACACS+, IPSec, Multicast, 802.1X, VRRP, or HSRP Experience supporting cloud or hybrid-cloud networking Experience with NIST/CMMC requirements Experience with IaC tools Relevant networking certifications Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical environments Benefits and Perks Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration Equity ownership in the company Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support 401(k) plan with company match Flexible PTO and parental leave Home office set up reimbursement Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.