Shipboard Network Systems Senior/Specialist Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks a Shipboard Network Systems Engineer to design, implement, and manage LAN architectures aboard US Navy submarines. Lead technical teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure long‑term reliability of shipboard networks.

The role emphasizes DoD‑compliant design, troubleshooting, remote support to Navy crews, and collaboration with stakeholders to maintain network integrity and security in fast‑paced environments.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Systems and Networks or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of post‑graduate engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions that meet DoD standards and/or improve network efficiency.
• Perform technology investigations and trade‑off studies.
• Design and implement shipboard and laboratory configurations.
• Document and manage installation of each network.
• Maintain and upgrade existing systems.
• Troubleshoot shipboard issues and network faults.
• Provide remote support to Navy crews.
• Report design and construction status to stakeholders.
• Review and update test forms and procedures.
• Install and test Navy applications.

Skills

Leadership

Technical writing

Project leadership

Planning

Complex problem solving

Engineering documentation

Test plans

Interpretation of drawings

Education

Bachelor of Science in CS/CE/CSN or EE

Tools

CAD software

3-D modeling

Job description

Overview

The Shipboard Network Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and managing local area network architectures aboard US Navy Submarines. Your primary goal is to maintain the integrity, performance, and security of shipboard network infrastructure, ensuring reliable systems connectivity for submarine crews. This role requires strong technical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, results‑driven engineering environment. Senior Engineers provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, make key system‑level decisions, and ensure long‑term reliability of shipboard network infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• 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

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Systems and Networks or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of post‑graduate engineering experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

• Prior submarine, shipyard, or DoD network engineering experience
• Experience guiding multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Ability to interpret shipboard CAD documents and 3-D models
• Experience with database management practices
• Understanding of electrical/equipment drawings
• Familiarity with engineering project management tools and processes
• Advanced communication skills, including presenting technical decisions and leading discussions

Skills

• Strong leadership abilities and experience guiding engineering teams
• Technical writing experience for engineering documentation
• Ability to lead projects or major technical tasks
• Highly developed planning and prioritization skills supporting major engineering milestones
• Ability to independently solve complex system‑level issues and provide technical direction
• Proficiency with interpreting complex engineering documents, shipboard wiring diagrams, and integration notes
• Skilled in producing comprehensive technical documentation, test plans, and analysis summaries

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Kneeling, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing