Principal Embedded Systems Security Engineer
Core
Design and implement security architectures, PKI, and cryptographic solutions for autonomous spacecraft and space-based interceptors to secure RF environments and hardware platforms.
Role type
Principal Embedded Systems Security Engineer (Space/Defense)
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Embedded/hardware/firmware security, C/C++ development, PKI design for constrained systems, Applied cryptography (FIPS 140-3, CNSA 2.0, Post-quantum), Security architecture & threat modeling, Security testing & penetration testing, Tooling & validation platform development
Preferred skills
Formal FIPS validation (CMVP), Real-time/safety-critical systems, Regulated domain background (aerospace/defense), FPGA/VHDL security, Supply-chain security, Security research/publications
Technologies
C, C++, Assembly, FPGA, VHDL, Embedded Linux, HSMs, PKI, FIPS 140-3, CNSA 2.0, CCSDS SDLS, Post-quantum cryptography, AI tools
Responsibilities
Own security architecture, threat modeling, and defensive controls for spacecraft platforms; Architect and build security platforms and foundational services for secure-by-default development; Design and implement PKI for resource-constrained spacecraft including secure boot and key storage; Architect cryptographic implementations meeting government standards; Secure flight software build pipelines and test environments; Lead security assessments and penetration testing; Drive adoption of secure design practices across engineering teams; Tackle novel security challenges in space-based systems; Use AI to accelerate development and analysis.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on technical leadership with strategy & mentorship
