Principal Crypto Engineer (TS//SCI)
Core
Design and implement Type-1 cryptographic integrations for high-power satellites and ground segments to protect command, telemetry, and mission data for national-security missions.
Role type
Principal Crypto Engineer (TS//SCI)
Builds
Cryptographic architectures and certified secure communications systems for LEO to deep space satellite platforms
Domain
Aerospace / National Security Cryptography
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Type-1 cryptographic equipment integration, COMSEC architecture, key management, NSA certification processes, hardware/software/RF systems design, supply-chain risk mitigation
Preferred skills
Spacecraft cryptographic integrations, cryptographic modernization, RMF/ATO/JSIG accreditation frameworks, RF link design, on-orbit operations support
Technologies
NSA Type-1 equipment, COMSEC handling systems, ITAR/EAR controlled systems
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end architecture of cryptographic integrations across spacecraft and ground segment; Lead crypto designs from concept through certification and on-orbit operations; Define COMSEC architecture for data protection; Serve as primary technical interface to NSA and government customers; Drive certification and accreditation efforts; Partner with flight software, avionics, RF, and security teams; Establish reusable cryptographic standards for production line
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
