Project Engineer

WHO ARE WESonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 10 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.POSITION SUMMARYWe are currently seeking a Senior Network Engineer. With minimal supervision and general direction, the Senior Network Engineer will maintain the operation of all Local Area Networks and the Wide Area Network. This position will architect new solutions for increasing efficiencies, reducing costs, increased security, and/or scalability. Introduce new technology as appropriate for keeping the Sonaca North America network current with industry. While performing all duties and responsibilities, the Network Engineer will always model Sonaca North America values and principles and act in a manner consistent with the Sonaca North America Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIESSolution and maintain the operation of all Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks including all routers and switches.Solution and maintain firewalls, including the remote access solutionCreate and maintain network architecture documentation, standards and proceduresSolution and maintain wireless environmentsSolution and maintain fiber channel environment for storageCoordinate all wiring changes (line drops, terminations, etc.) with plant maintenance departments or general managersSolution and maintain the Wide Area Network circuits through the Service Provider(s)Solution and maintain Internet solution(s)Solution and maintain web filteringCoordinate, solution and maintain network security with security departmentSolution and maintain metrics of system/network performance, network/system monitoringMaintain logs of all network outages and cause of these outages, Root Cause AnalysisAssist with other IT related issues/projects as requiredKnowledge of Cisco telephony, Cisco and Juniper switching and routers, Palo Alto firewalls and Meraki wirelessExperience with SD WAN technologies preferably with Aruba SD WAN an assetExperience with HPE Clearpass for NAC would be considered an asset.Travel RequiredYes, 15% of the timeEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCESBachelor's degree or the equivalent training and experienceMinimum 5 years' experience as Network AdministratorExperience working in a manufacturing environment is a plusIndustry Certifications are a plus (CCNA, CCNP, Network +, etc.)Network design and architecture in a multi-site environmentNetwork monitoring, metrics, and troubleshootingNetwork documentation, drawings, inventoryWireless networking at an enterprise levelNetwork security at an enterprise levelAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsExcellent presentation skillsAbility to work in a high stress environment with multiple changing prioritiesExcellent oral and written communication skillsSelf-motivatedWHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA AEROSPACE?We take care of our people.401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contributionCompetitive wagesPaid holidaysPaid time offMedical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insuranceShort-term disabilityLong-term disabilityEmployee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting and other community resourcesWellness programTuition assistanceSubject to eligibility, terms, and conditionsThis job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an "at will" basis and may be terminated at any time.Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company's online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America's Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans EmployerNOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERSIt has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates ("LMI Aerospace").This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.