Military Network Engineer Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Description

Background check, US Citizenship, 90% travel, and a drug screening are requirements for this position. Contingent on client approval. 

Vigor Marine is seeking an experienced Electronics & Electrical Test Integration Engineer to support construction, integration, dock trials, and sea trials for the MSV(L) program in Vancouver, WA.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role embedded inside the shipyard environment. The position bridges Engineering, Production, Vendors, and Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) providers to ensure all electronic, control, communication, and electrical systems are properly installed, integrated, and trial-ready.

This is not a design-only position.

This is an integration leadership role focused on execution and delivery. 

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

1. Navigation & Bridge Electronics Integration

Support power-up, configuration, and validation of radar, ECDIS, GPS, gyro, AIS, displays, and associated sensors

Verify sensor-to-display data flow and system redundancy

Conduct failover and alarm validation testing

Support Harbor Acceptance Tests (HAT) and Sea Trials

2. Communications Systems Integration

Oversee integration of internal and external communications systems (VHF/UHF, SATCOM, antennas, sound-powered phones, COMSEC interfaces)

Perform end-to-end signal verification and transmit power stability checks

Validate antenna grounding and isolation

Support Army/Navy communications validation during dock and sea trials

3. Mission & Network Systems

Validate data networks, CCTV systems, mission displays, cargo monitoring systems, and time synchronization systems

Confirm network connectivity and system-to-system data flow

Verify power and UPS integration

Coordinate interface readiness with Army-Furnished Equipment (AFE)

4. Machinery Control & Monitoring Systems

Support IMCS, PLC cabinets, propulsion control electronics, and alarm circuits

Perform signal verification (sensor ? PLC ? HMI)

Validate alarm setpoints and fail-safe configurations

Conduct local/remote control transfer testing

Support blackout and recovery drills

5. Electrical Power Distribution

Support testing of main and emergency switchboards, load centers, UPS systems, and battery systems

Perform insulation resistance and continuity testing

Support emergency power changeover tests

Verify grounding and bonding integrity

6. Safety & Alarm Systems

Test fire detection, flooding alarms, gas detection (if applicable), emergency lighting, and annunciation systems

Verify integration with IMCS and bridge systems

Conduct power-loss and failover testing

7. Army-Furnished Equipment (AFE) Integration

Serve as shipyard integration lead for GFE interfaces

Validate power, data, and grounding connections

Support Army-led test events

Troubleshoot ship/AFE boundary issues

Ensure configuration documentation alignment

Key Competencies

Strong cross-functional communication skills

Ability to work directly with Production, Vendors, and Government representatives

Detail-oriented with strong troubleshooting capability

Ability to operate effectively under trial schedule pressure

Proactive problem solver - identifies issues before they escalate 

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

7+ years of shipboard electrical/electronics integration experience

Experience with shipyard construction environments

Working knowledge of PLC systems, IMCS, switchboards, and marine power distribution

Familiarity with Navy or Army vessel programs preferred

Experience supporting dock trials and sea trials strongly preferred

Ability to read and interpret shipyard drawings, wiring diagrams, and system schematics

Strong troubleshooting skills in integrated marine systems

Preferred Experience

Prior experience supporting MSV(L), LCS, OPC, auxiliary vessels, or similar military/commercial hybrid platforms

Familiarity with ABS or other classification society requirements

Experience interfacing with Government Furnished Equipment providers

Understanding of cybersecurity/network integration in marine environments 

Physical Job Requirements

1. Access equipment spaces, racks, and compartments 

2. Climb ladders to reach electronics spaces 

3. Stand for extended periods during testing and troubleshooting 

4. Lift and transport test equipment (20-40 lbs) 

5. Work in confined spaces with limited ventilation 

6. Operate in energized/electrical environments safely 

7. Wear PPE and follow lockout/tagout environments