Network Engineer

Aevex • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

AEVEX - Maritime Systems is seeking a Network Engineer to support the development, integration, and deployment of advanced networking solutions for mobile Department of Defense (DoD) platforms and unmanned systems. The role designs and sustains resilient, distributed communications architectures for contested, bandwidth-limited, and dynamic operational environments, with a focus on mesh networking, tactical radio systems, and secure networking for mobile or expeditionary platforms. Experience supporting unmanned systems, including familiarity with drone software tools and communication protocols, is strongly desired.

The engineer integrates and troubleshoots mobile network solutions for autonomous systems, maritime platforms, and tactical communications infrastructure while meeting DoD cybersecurity and operational requirements. Work includes laboratory and field performance analysis, deployment and testing with multidisciplinary teams, documentation, and participation in operational demonstrations. The position requires the ability to travel for field testing, integration events, or deployments, and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

AEVEX offers qualified employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) retirement plan; medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage, with a portion of premiums paid by the company; professional development funds; and an Employee Assistance Plan with counseling, legal help, and child and elder care support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification or higher, such as Security+, CCNA-Security, or GSEC.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking fundamentals, including routing, switching, and IP networking concepts.
• Demonstrated experience with mesh networking protocols and technologies, such as OLSR, BATMAN, DLEP-aware systems, or proprietary MANET solutions.
• Hands-on experience with tactical radio systems, RF networking, or mobile ad hoc communications.
• Experience working with virtual machines, containers, or containerized network services.
• Experience supporting DoD systems, platforms, or defense programs.
• Ability to travel for field testing, integration events, or operational deployments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting unmanned systems networking, including UAS, USVs, or other autonomous platforms.
• Familiarity with drone software tools and ground control stations, including Mission Planner, ArduPilot, and QGroundControl.
• Knowledge of the MAVLink protocol and drone communication architecture.
• Familiarity with waveform technologies and tactical radio configuration environments.
• Knowledge of tactical network transport technologies, such as LOS radios, BLOS communications, SATCOM, and tactical 5G systems.
• Experience with embedded or expeditionary networking systems deployed on mobile platforms.
• Experience with network automation, scripting, or configuration management tools such as Python and Ansible.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain network architectures for mobile and tactical DoD systems, including mesh networks, MANET-based solutions, and distributed communications frameworks.
• Implement routing, switching, and transport-layer solutions optimized for mobility, intermittent connectivity, and rapidly changing network topologies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, field technicians, and program leadership to support deployment, testing, and sustainment of operational systems.
• Perform network performance analysis, diagnostics, and optimization in laboratory and field environments.
• Integrate and troubleshoot RF communication systems, tactical radios, and mobile networking infrastructure.
• Support integration and testing of networking systems for unmanned aerial, maritime, and ground platforms.
• Apply DoD cybersecurity requirements, including implementation of network-related STIGs and security controls.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, and operational procedures, in accordance with program and DoD standards.
• Participate in field testing, system integration events, and operational demonstrations.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis or in accordance with the posted schedule.
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates and align daily actions with company policies, cultural values, and department goals.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage, with a portion of premiums paid by the company
• Professional development funds
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling, legal help, and child and elder care support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior