Embedded Systems Network Engineer

About the role

The Network Systems Project Engineer serves as a core member of the Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) group. Project engineers are expected to learn OTECH processes and best engineering practices; and apply the knowledge towards expanding their engineering skill set. This role will be the Subject Matter Expert to architect and manage networking solutions on standalone air‑gapped robotic systems consisting of COTS sensors and boards.

Key responsibilities

• Produce network architecture solutions to meet or exceed system requirements such as latency and redundancy.
• Perform trade studies and down‑select networking equipment from a SWaP‑C perspective.
• Create security‑hardened configurations that optimize networking equipment.
• Lead troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for networking issues.
• Lead small, multi‑discipline engineering teams to meet schedule needs.
• Support testing on the factory floor, offsite, and offshore, and prepare reports for stakeholders.

Required profile

• BS degree in a STEM discipline (or commensurate experience).
• 5+ years of practical experience in network architecture.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance; must be a U.S. citizen.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 environment.

Required skills

• Network device configuration and troubleshooting (IPSEC, QoS, VLANs, multicast).
• Design of star and mesh topologies for embedded systems.
• Security hardening of embedded networking equipment.
• Use of network analysis tools such as Wireshark.
• Modeling with Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3 or Keysight Exata.
• Fiber‑optic communication systems.
• Protocols: LACP, RSTP, MSTP, DDS, MQTT, gRPC.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, wellness, mental health, retirement savings, life and disability insurance.
• Paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance program.
• Compensation range $94,100 – $141,100 per year.