Platform Network Engineer

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

We’re looking for a Platform Network Engineer to join our Mission Systems Engineering team at Hermeus! In this role you will design, implement, and sustain the networks that power mission-critical operations for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems and Ground Control Stations.

This role bridges traditional network engineering with systems integration, supporting real-time communication, telemetry, and control in demanding aerospace environments. You’ll be responsible for architecting secure, high-performance networks, integrating complex avionics and mission systems, and ensuring reliable connectivity from lab environments to field deployments.

• Design and implement high-performance network architectures for Ground Control Stations and RPA mission systems.
• Develop, integrate, and troubleshoot networked avionics and flight-critical systems across all OSI layers.
• Configure and optimize routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless infrastructure for secure, low-latency operations.

• Validate and refine network performance through packet-level analysis, simulation, and real-world test environments.
• Maintain and document network topologies, configurations, and addressing schemes to ensure repeatable, scalable deployments.
• Collaborate across systems, software, and mission engineering teams to enable seamless connectivity and protocol compatibility.
• Support field and test deployments, including setup, sustainment, and rapid troubleshooting in dynamic mission environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related STEM field.
• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting physical and logical networks.
• Deep understanding of the OSI model with hands-on experience across Layers 1–4.
• Proficiency with Layer 2/3 technologies (VLANs, STP, routing protocols) and core protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ARP, ICMP, DNS, DHCP).
• Direct experience configuring routers, switches, and firewalls (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto) in production environments.
• Skilled in packet capture and analysis using tools like Wireshark, tcpdump, or Scapy.
• Working knowledge of Linux networking (iptables, netplan, systemd-networkd) and common serial/Ethernet interfaces.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to translate system-level requirements into resilient network designs.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Travel up to 1–2 weeks as required.

• 10+ years of experience designing and maintaining complex, distributed, or mission-critical network systems.
• Proficiency in low-level network programming, packet analysis, and custom protocol development.
• Experience with deterministic Ethernet, multicast, and time-sensitive networking.
• Hands-on familiarity with Palo Alto and Juniper platforms and configuration environments.
• Background supporting classified or government networks with strong understanding of cybersecurity and intrusion detection practices.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PCNSE, JNCIP, Network+, Security+).
• Experience supporting real-time control, telemetry, or mission data networks.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS 

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.