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# Network Engineer at AEVEX

- **Company:** AEVEX
- **Location:** Baltimore, MD
- **Posted:** 2026-10-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-01
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/aevexaerospace/jobs/5460586008

## Job description

Job Overview

AEVEX - Maritime Systems is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to support the development, integration, and deployment of advanced networking solutions for mobile Department of Defense (DoD) platforms and unmanned systems. This role focuses on designing and sustaining resilient, distributed communications architectures capable of operating in contested, bandwidth-limited, and highly dynamic operational environments.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mesh networking technologies, tactical radio systems, and secure networking practices supporting mobile or expeditionary platforms. Experience supporting unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or other unmanned systems is strongly desired, including familiarity with common drone software tools and communication protocols.

This position involves engineering, integrating, and troubleshooting mobile network solutions that support autonomous systems, maritime platforms, and tactical communications infrastructure, while meeting DoD cybersecurity and operational requirements.

Essential Functions

- 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 both 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 platforms, including aerial, maritime, and ground systems.
- 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.

Standard Essential Functions

- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

## Qualifications and Competencies

- Strong understanding of Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking fundamentals, including routing, switching, and IP networking concepts.
- Ability to travel for field testing, integration events, or operational deployments.
- Familiarity with common drone software tools and ground control stations, including:
- Mission Planner
- ArduPilot
- QGroundControl
- Knowledge of MAVLink protocol and drone communication architecture preferred.
- Familiarity with waveform technologies and tactical radio configuration environments preferred.
- Preferred knowledge of transport technologies used in tactical networks, such as:
- Line-of-Sight (LOS) radios
- Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications
- SATCOM
- Tactical 5G systems

Education / Certifications

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Current DoD 8570.01-MIAT Level II certification (or higher), such as:
- Security+
- CCNA-Security
- GSEC

## Experience

- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- Strong understanding of Layer 2 / 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
- 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.
- Experience with unmanned systems networking, including unmanned aerial systems (UAS), unmanned surface vehicles (USV), or other autonomous platforms preferred.
- Experience with embedded or expeditionary networking systems deployed on mobile platforms preferred.
- Experience with network automation, scripting, or configuration management tools (Python, Ansible, etc.) preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

- Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the workday, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

- Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

## About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

## About AEVEX

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: AEVEX designs, manufactures, and deploys autonomous systems, navigation technologies, and mission solutions for U.S. and allied defense forces.
- **Entity Type**: Private (LLC – backed by undisclosed investors)
- **Headquarters**: Solana Beach, California, USA (with major facilities in Tampa, Florida; Crestview, Florida; Murrieta, California; and Huntsville, Alabama)
- **Founded**: Not publicly available
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Defense technology, aerospace, unmanned systems, autonomous navigation, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR)
- **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense, allied military forces, government agencies (B2G)
- **Mission**: “To design, deliver, and scale autonomous systems that create a decisive advantage in the modern battlespace.”

## Products & Services
- **[CompassX](https://aevex.com/)**: Open‑standards, AI‑driven navigation and autonomy platform for crewed and uncrewed systems, including GPS‑denied navigation and autonomous targeting.
- **[Atlas](https://aevex.com/)**: Group II autonomous precision strike system with high payload‑to‑GTOW ratio for tactical dominance.
- **[Disruptor](https://aevex.com/)**: Next‑generation autonomous precision strike system for extended endurance, multi‑domain versatility (precision attack, ISR, communications relay, EW).
- **[Raker](https://aevex.com/)**: Long‑endurance, fixed‑wing uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) produced via digital engineering and additive manufacturing.
- **[Vandal](https://aevex.com/)**: Low‑signature UAS with vision‑based navigation, electric propulsion, and RF‑transparent materials for stealthy operations.
- **[Mako Lite](https://aevex.com/)**: Lightweight, expeditionary unmanned surface vessel for maritime ISR, logistics, and communications.
- **[Mariana](https://aevex.com/)**: Long‑endurance ISR UAS with open architecture, autonomous operation, and modular payload design.
- **Engineering & Mission Support**: Aircraft engineering, ISR operations, systems integration, and sustainment services.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric (Private)**: Total funding – not publicly available; notable contract wins include an $18.5M U.S. Air Force contract for UAS and engineering services, a $15.2M option year for real‑time aerial intelligence for California, and $15.6M in U.S. Air Force mission‑support contracts.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Unnamed; recent acquisitions include Veth Research Associates (contested/GPS‑denied navigation) and select assets from RapidFlight (additive manufacturing).
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Opened a 60,000 sq ft UAS production facility and showroom in Florida.
  - Launched “Drone Factory of the Future” using additive manufacturing for rapid, scalable production.
  - Achieved AS9100 certification (aerospace quality standard).
  - Leadership transition: Brian Raduenz becomes Executive Chairman, Roger Wells appointed CEO.
  - Active hiring: 103 job openings across multiple locations.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Speed & Scale**: Digital engineering and additive manufacturing enable rapid prototyping and production at the edge (Drone Factory of the Future).
- **Open Architecture**: CompassX platform integrates crewed and uncrewed systems with AI‑driven autonomy, resistant to GPS denial.
- **Proven in Conflict**: Systems designed and built for real‑world modern battlespace conditions, with a focus on contested and denied environments.
- **Vertical Integration**: From hardware (UAS, USV) to software (autonomy, navigation) to mission support and ISR services.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling autonomous systems production through the Drone Factory of the Future.
- Expanding UAS portfolio for multi‑domain operations (air, maritime, ground).
- Deepening capabilities in contested environments (GPS‑denied navigation, low‑signature platforms).
- Strengthening relationships with U.S. and allied defense customers via speed‑to‑need delivery and proven performance.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Mission‑driven, values of Accountability, Integrity, Tenacity, Excellence, Teamwork. Emphasis on “moving the mission faster, farther, and forward.”
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, Health FSA / HSA, 401(k) with employer match, generous paid time off and holidays, 2 weeks paid parental leave, professional development stipend, monthly gym stipend, wellness initiatives, EAP, life and disability insurance.
- **Work Arrangements**: Multiple on‑site locations (Solana Beach, CA; Tampa & Crestview, FL; Murrieta, CA; Huntsville, AL). Remote/hybrid policy not explicitly stated; roles likely on‑site due to defense nature.
- **Growth**: 103 active job postings across engineering, operations, business development, IT, HR, and more. Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge autonomous systems in a high‑growth defense tech company.

## Sources
1. [aevex.com](https://aevex.com/) – Official website (products, mission, values, news)
2. [aevex.com/who-we-are](https://aevex.com/who-we-are/) – Mission, vision, values, and culture
3. [aevex.com/careers](https://aevex.com/careers/) – Careers page with benefits overview
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/aevexaerospace](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/aevexaerospace) – Active job listings (103 roles)
5. [linkedin.com/company/aevex-aerospace](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aevex-aerospace) – LinkedIn profile (headquarters, industry)

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