Marine Electronics Engineer, Senior (Exterior Communications)

THOR Solutions, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

THOR Solutions, LLC seeks a Senior-Level Marine Electronics Engineer with Exterior Communications experience to support the USCG Ship Design Team in Washington, DC. Hybrid work: 3 days onsite, 2 remote, with up to 10% travel for ship checks.

Qualifications include ABET-accredited degree and 8+ years in electromagnetic energy transmission systems, plus U.S. shipboard experience and security clearance eligibility. Competitive benefits package and veteran accommodations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in System Architecture, Electronics, Marine Engineering, or another relevant technical field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Eight years of recent, relevant experience developing and integrating systems involving electromagnetic energy transmission for sensor processing, remote sensing, communications, guidance and control, information processing, navigation and defense.
• Five years in at least one major C5I category (Cybersecurity, Command and Control, Navigation, Internal/External Communications, Sensors, Combat/Intelligence) or related roles.
• At least one year of experience with federal ship or boat building acquisition programs.
• Familiarity with USN, USCG, ABS and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations.
• Proficient with common productivity software.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct design of electric and electronic systems, study power generation and distribution, centralized machinery monitoring and control.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to develop and evaluate moderately complex technical reports on C5I systems aboard USCG ships.
• Review and evaluate the effect of new or modified electronics on overall system performance.
• Review and adjudicate system design specifications, test requirements, DFSs, RFWs, ECs.

Skills

Communication skills

Electrical/Electronics design

Systems integration

USCG knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Job description

Position Overview

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior-Level Marine Electronics Engineer with experience in Exterior Communications to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG)’s Ship Design Team in Washington, DC. An ideal candidate will have prior experience with U.S. Coast Guard or Navy shipboard exterior communications systems development and integration.

Typical Responsibilities

• Conduct design of electric and electronic systems, study power generation and distribution, centralized machinery monitoring and control.
• Apply knowledge of and experience with engineering principles and techniques, to develop and evaluate moderately complex technical reports related to application of C5I systems onboard USCG ships.
• Review and evaluate the effect of new and/or modified electronics on overall system performance.
• Review and adjudicate system design specifications, test requirements, Departures from Specification (DFS’s), Request for Waiver (RFW), Engineering Changes (EC’s).

Location

Hybrid work schedule: Usually 3 days onsite/2 days remote each week at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC.

Travel

Up to 10% travel to CONUS locations is anticipated for ship checks.

Typical Physical Activity

Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve repetitive motion. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches) or vision.

Typical Pay Range

The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $110,000 – 140,000. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.

Eligibility for a SECRET Security Clearance is Required

This position requires eligibility for a Secret security clearance, to be obtained after hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in System Architecture, Electronics, Marine Engineering, or another relevant technical, engineering, or a marine discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
• At least eight (8) years of recent, relevant professional experience with developing and integrating systems involving electromagnetic energy transmission for purposes including sensor processing, remote sensing, communications, guidance and control, information processing, navigation and defense applications.
• Overall experience should also include:
  • At least five (5) years of experience in at least one (Three Preferred) of the following categories of C5I systems: Cybersecurity, Command and Control, Navigation, Internal Communications, External Communications, Sensors, Combat Systems, or Intelligence Systems.
  • At least one (1) year of experience related to federal ship or boat building acquisition programs.
• Familiarity with USN, USCG, ABS and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations.
• Proficient with common productivity software.
• Strong communication skills.

Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s degree.
• Prior experience with DoD ACAT I or DHS Level I shipbuilding programs.
• Previous experience with shipboard and defense C5I systems.
• Meets DoD IAT Level II Baseline Certification requirements. This can be met by holding any ONE active certification from the following list:
  • CCNA Security
  • CySA+
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • Security+ CE
  • SSCP
  • CASP CE
  • Security-X CE
  • CCNP Security
  • CISA
  • CISSP (or Associate)
  • GCED
  • GCIH
• Additional certifications, such as PE License, PMP, DHS Systems Engineering Certification, or DHS Program Management Certifications.

Benefit Offerings

Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources
• ID Theft Benefits
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone].