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Network Operations Engineers are strong H-1B visa candidates, the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Employers across telecom, cloud infrastructure, and managed services regularly sponsor, and cap-exempt employers offer a faster path. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Job Title:
Network Operations Engineer
Reporting To:
Global Network Operations Manager
Work Schedule:
Hybrid – Buffalo, NY
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We’re seeking a Network Operations Engineer to own on-site Network Operations for East Aurora and assigned enterprise workstreams. In this role, you’ll keep network services reliable by resolving operational issues, delivering infrastructure changes, and coordinating deployments and lifecycle work. You’ll also own defined parts of network projects and processes, working with site stakeholders, vendors, and Global Network Operations to deliver effective solutions.
This role is suited to an experienced network professional who can work independently with minimal guidance. You’ll apply deep network knowledge to issues that may require complicated or complex solutions, adapt established approaches to the needs of the site and business, and coach and review the work of less experienced colleagues.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for the Network Operations Engineer role, here's what you'll typically need to bring with you:
- At least five years of relevant experience in enterprise network operations or engineering, including incident investigation and resolution, network change implementation, infrastructure deployments, and lifecycle management.
- At least five years of hands-on experience supporting Aruba enterprise network infrastructure.
- Experience supporting switching, routing, wired and wireless networking, and site connectivity.
- Experience owning defined components of projects, processes, or programs, including planning work and coordinating delivery with stakeholders and vendors.
- A deep understanding of network engineering principles and how network infrastructure supports broader business and technology functions.
- The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt established solutions to complicated and sometimes complex challenges.
- Experience coaching colleagues and reviewing technical work.
- Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively across Network Operations, site teams, and external vendors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We would also prefer the Network Operations Engineer to have the following skills and experience:
- Five years of experience with Palo Alto firewall technologies.
- Microsoft Azure networking.
- VeloCloud and SD-WAN technologies.
AS THE NETWORK OPERATIONS ENGINEER, YOU WILL:
- Own on-site Network Operations for East Aurora and assigned enterprise workstreams, including incident response, troubleshooting, infrastructure changes, hardware deployments, vendor coordination, and lifecycle management.
- Independently investigate and resolve network issues, adapting established solutions to meet site and business requirements, including issues that require complicated and sometimes complex solutions.
- Own and deliver defined components—and, where assigned, entire projects, processes, or programs—within your area of responsibility.
- Develop and implement operational plans, technical solutions, and standards for assigned work.
- Coordinate delivery with site stakeholders, vendors, and Global Network Operations.
- Identify opportunities to improve service reliability and operational effectiveness, recommend best practices, and influence teams and partners to adopt them.
- Coach less experienced Network Operations colleagues and review their work on incidents, changes, and project activities.
- Communicate operational status, technical risks, incident findings, and recommendations across the Network Operations function.
- Maintain accurate network documentation, asset records, procedures, and technical standards.
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:
- Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program.
- Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
- Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
- Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.
SALARY RANGE TRANSPARENCY
Buffalo, NY $85,000.00–$115,000.00 Annually
SALARY RANGE DISCLAIMER
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.
This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.
INTRODUCTION
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Job Title:
Network Operations Engineer
Reporting To:
Global Network Operations Manager
Work Schedule:
Hybrid – Buffalo, NY
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We’re seeking a Network Operations Engineer to own on-site Network Operations for East Aurora and assigned enterprise workstreams. In this role, you’ll keep network services reliable by resolving operational issues, delivering infrastructure changes, and coordinating deployments and lifecycle work. You’ll also own defined parts of network projects and processes, working with site stakeholders, vendors, and Global Network Operations to deliver effective solutions.
This role is suited to an experienced network professional who can work independently with minimal guidance. You’ll apply deep network knowledge to issues that may require complicated or complex solutions, adapt established approaches to the needs of the site and business, and coach and review the work of less experienced colleagues.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for the Network Operations Engineer role, here's what you'll typically need to bring with you:
- At least five years of relevant experience in enterprise network operations or engineering, including incident investigation and resolution, network change implementation, infrastructure deployments, and lifecycle management.
- At least five years of hands-on experience supporting Aruba enterprise network infrastructure.
- Experience supporting switching, routing, wired and wireless networking, and site connectivity.
- Experience owning defined components of projects, processes, or programs, including planning work and coordinating delivery with stakeholders and vendors.
- A deep understanding of network engineering principles and how network infrastructure supports broader business and technology functions.
- The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt established solutions to complicated and sometimes complex challenges.
- Experience coaching colleagues and reviewing technical work.
- Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively across Network Operations, site teams, and external vendors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We would also prefer the Network Operations Engineer to have the following skills and experience:
- Five years of experience with Palo Alto firewall technologies.
- Microsoft Azure networking.
- VeloCloud and SD-WAN technologies.
AS THE NETWORK OPERATIONS ENGINEER, YOU WILL:
- Own on-site Network Operations for East Aurora and assigned enterprise workstreams, including incident response, troubleshooting, infrastructure changes, hardware deployments, vendor coordination, and lifecycle management.
- Independently investigate and resolve network issues, adapting established solutions to meet site and business requirements, including issues that require complicated and sometimes complex solutions.
- Own and deliver defined components—and, where assigned, entire projects, processes, or programs—within your area of responsibility.
- Develop and implement operational plans, technical solutions, and standards for assigned work.
- Coordinate delivery with site stakeholders, vendors, and Global Network Operations.
- Identify opportunities to improve service reliability and operational effectiveness, recommend best practices, and influence teams and partners to adopt them.
- Coach less experienced Network Operations colleagues and review their work on incidents, changes, and project activities.
- Communicate operational status, technical risks, incident findings, and recommendations across the Network Operations function.
- Maintain accurate network documentation, asset records, procedures, and technical standards.
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:
- Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program.
- Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
- Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
- Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.
SALARY RANGE TRANSPARENCY
Buffalo, NY $85,000.00–$115,000.00 Annually
SALARY RANGE DISCLAIMER
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.
This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Network Operations Engineer
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the H-1B lottery. Network operations roles exist at all three. A cap-exempt offer means you can start within months, not after waiting for an April lottery result.
Emphasize your degree field alignment
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to the role. A computer science, electrical engineering, or information systems degree maps cleanly. If your degree is adjacent, prepare documentation showing how your coursework supports network engineering work specifically.
Get industry certifications before applying
CCNA, CCNP, and AWS certifications signal technical depth to both employers and USCIS. Certifications won't replace a degree for H-1B purposes, but they strengthen your candidacy and demonstrate specialization in network infrastructure beyond a generic IT background.
Focus on employers with NOC-scale infrastructure
Large telecom carriers, cloud providers, and managed service companies run 24/7 network operations centers with dedicated teams. These organizations have established immigration programs and sponsor H-1B and L-1 visas regularly, making the process faster and more predictable for you.
Document hands-on experience with specificity
Vague experience descriptions hurt H-1B petitions. Specify protocols you've worked with, tools you've administered, and network scale you've managed. USCIS reviews the job duties closely, so your resume and the petition need to align precisely on technical responsibilities.
Browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Not every Network Operations Engineer role comes with sponsorship, and filtering by sponsorship availability saves significant time. Migrate Mate lists roles from employers actively willing to sponsor, so you're not applying to positions that will reject you at the offer stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Operations Engineer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Network Operations Engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B visa requirements because the role typically requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, or a related field. USCIS expects the degree to be directly relevant to the duties. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face scrutiny, so the job description should specify the technical degree requirement clearly.
Which visa types do employers use to sponsor Network Operations Engineers?
H-1B is the most common path for first-time sponsorship. Australians can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and is generally faster. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify under TN visa status in the engineering or computer systems analyst categories. L-1 visa is an option if you're transferring within a multinational employer. Each visa has different requirements, timelines, and renewal rules, so the right choice depends on your nationality and situation.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me as a Network Operations Engineer?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or information systems is the standard expectation. Some employers also accept telecommunications or network engineering degrees. If your degree is in an unrelated field, three years of highly specialized work experience can substitute for one year of formal education under USCIS equivalency rules, though this requires more supporting documentation and adds petition complexity.
How competitive is H-1B approval for Network Operations Engineers compared to software engineers?
Approval rates for Network Operations Engineer petitions are generally solid, but USCIS occasionally issues Requests for Evidence questioning whether the role requires a specialty degree versus general IT experience. Software engineering petitions face less scrutiny because the degree-to-role connection is more direct. Strong job descriptions that detail specific technical responsibilities, required protocols, and network architecture scope significantly reduce the risk of an RFE for this role.
Where can I find Network Operations Engineer jobs that include visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Network Operations Engineer roles specifically from employers willing to sponsor work visas, so you can filter out positions that won't lead anywhere. Many standard job searches don't surface sponsorship willingness upfront, which means you can spend weeks pursuing roles only to be rejected after interviews. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus your effort on employers already open to sponsoring your visa.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Network Operations Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.