Senior Shipboard Network Architect

General Dynamics; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics' Shipboard Network Systems Engineer designs and implements LAN architectures aboard US Navy submarines, ensuring security, performance, and reliability of shipboard networks for crews. The role blends hands-on engineering with technical leadership: mentoring junior engineers, guiding system-level decisions, and coordinating DoD-compliant configurations with cross-disciplinary teams.

Candidates should hold a BS in CS/CE/EE, have 5+ years of post-graduate experience, and be able

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in CS, CE, CS&N, or EE.
• 5+ years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions that meet US DoD standards and/or improve the efficiency/coverage of current networks
• Perform technology investigations and trade off studies
• Design and implement system configurations for shipboard and laboratory uses
• Document and manage the installation of each network
• Maintain and upgrade existing systems as necessary
• Troubleshoot and resolve shipboard issues and network faults
• Provide remote support and troubleshooting to Navy crews
• Report design and construction status to key stakeholders
• Review and update relevant test forms and test procedures
• Installation and testing of Navy Applications

Skills

Leadership

Technical writing

Project leadership

Planning & prioritization

System troubleshooting

Documentation

Shipboard wiring diagrams

Debugging

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Systems and Networks or Electrical Engineering

Job description

General Dynamics' Shipboard Network Systems Engineer designs and implements LAN architectures aboard US Navy submarines, ensuring security, performance, and reliability of shipboard networks for crews. The role blends hands-on engineering with technical leadership: mentoring junior engineers, guiding system-level decisions, and coordinating DoD-compliant configurations with cross-disciplinary teams.

Candidates should hold a BS in CS/CE/EE, have 5+ years of post-graduate experience, and be able