Knowledge of how to research and implement high-speed wide area networks, including technology development to allow very advanced networks to allow data, audio and video communication. This includes electrical, optical and wireless transmission, telemetry and modeling, simulation of communication systems, and emulation of flight systems, sensors and data acquisition systems to function in an optimal fashion for distributed science and engineering applications. Involves technical skills used in the development and application of computer networks and Internet technology, including switching/routing technology, network architecture, and network security.