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Senior Engineer, Cybersecurity

SHIELD AI Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA

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$142k - $213k/yr Full time Senior Aerospace Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Architecture

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Job Description

Build cybersecurity for airborne aerospace and defense platforms at SHIELD AI in Seattle, WA (onsite). This Senior Cybersecurity Engineer role focuses on integrating secure design across avionics, mission systems, aircraft networks, communications, embedded software, and ground-support environments, with a clear emphasis on safeguarding aircraft safety, availability, and mission effectiveness.

Salary range: USD 142,000 - 213,000 per year. Compensation includes bonus, benefits, and equity (full-time) or a temporary benefits package (temporary), with the temporary package applicable after 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Develop the platform’s cybersecurity architecture, requirements, and protection strategy.
Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, attack-surface analysis, and cyber risk assessments.
Define protections for secure boot, authentication, access control, encryption, key management, software updates, and data communications.
Apply defense-in-depth across aircraft systems, networks, radios, data links, and external interfaces.
Lead DoD Risk Management Framework activities and develop required authorization evidence.
Evaluate hardware, software, firmware, and supplier designs for cybersecurity risks.
Develop cybersecurity verification plans and support vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and cyber-resiliency testing.
Coordinate risk mitigation and corrective actions with engineering teams, suppliers, customers, and program leadership.
Ensure cybersecurity solutions support aircraft safety, availability, and mission effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field.
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with aircraft, aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical embedded systems.
Knowledge of avionics, mission systems, platform networks, communications, or data links.
Experience with threat modeling, secure system architecture, vulnerability analysis, and security testing.
Familiarity with DoD RMF, NIST security guidance, cryptography, and key management.
Strong technical leadership, writing, and customer communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
Cybersecurity experience on military aircraft, unmanned aircraft, or airborne mission systems.
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-160, DO-326A, DO-355, and DO-356A.
Experience with anti-tamper, program protection, supply-chain risk management, or cross-domain solutions.
Experience supporting cyber testing, penetration testing, or adversarial assessments.
Relevant certification such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GIAC.
Active U.S. security clearance.

Technologies

DoD RMF
NIST security guidance
NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-160
DO-326A, DO-355, DO-356A
Cryptography, key management
Secure boot, authentication, access control, encryption, software updates, data communications
Vulnerability scanning, penetration testing
CISSP, Security+, CEH, GIAC

Benefits

Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity.
Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment).

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1mo ago

Cybersecurity Engineer

Amentum Houston, TX

Houston, TX

1mo ago Closed

$84k+/yr Full time Aerospace Cybersecurity Cyber Defense Cybersecurity Integration

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 22, 2026).

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support NASA deep space exploration under the JETSII Contract, working onsite in Houston, TX. In this role, you will lead proactive cybersecurity efforts to help protect spacecraft systems, including Flight Software (FSW) and embedded hardware, through testing, threat modeling, vulnerability research, and red team/blue team activities.

Salary starts at USD 83,700 per year, with final compensation determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications. The position requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience and is supported by an engineering, cybersecurity, or cyber operations education background.

Responsibilities

Lead rigorous security testing, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments for Flight Software (FSW) and embedded spacecraft hardware.
Perform security evaluations to identify and mitigate security weaknesses.
Research advanced spacecraft vulnerabilities and emerging cyber threats impacting spaceflight architectures and embedded systems.
Conduct non-disruptive penetration testing and red-teaming campaigns targeting the Space Segment (flight software, RTOS, on-board buses), Link Segment (RF telemetry, CCSDS protocols), and Ground Segment (mission control).
Run deep-dive “bounty hunting” and vulnerability analysis on third-party software, open-source repositories, and embedded microcode used in safety-critical systems.
Plan and execute interactive Red Team versus Blue Team exercises to validate defensive capabilities and strengthen cyber resilience.
Partner with software, systems, and integration teams to incorporate cybersecurity best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Document findings, provide risk-based recommendations, and support remediation and mitigation activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area, plus 5 years of experience in the field or a related area.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Cybersecurity, or Cyber Operations.
Experience performing security testing on software, firmware, embedded systems, or mission-critical platforms.
Experience conducting threat modeling and risk assessments for complex systems.
Experience performing vulnerability assessments on critical software and hardware systems.
Experience with embedded software penetration testing, red teaming, or vulnerability research applied to aerospace or critical infrastructure platforms.
Demonstrated experience writing custom testing scripts and low-level code targeting resource-constrained environments using C/C++, Python, and Assembly.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communicating technical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Technologies

C/C++
Python
Assembly
RTOS
CCSDS

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

Requisition Preferences

Experience with spacecraft, satellite, aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical systems.
Experience with Flight Software (FSW) development, testing, or security assessments.
Knowledge of secure software development practices and DevSecOps methodologies.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Information

Proof of citizenship / investigation: Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be required. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Work environment: Generally office environment, with potential inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical requirements: Sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Attendance: Regular attendance is critical; may need flexibility outside normal schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other essential functions: Professional behavior that enhances productivity and teamwork; grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and not pose a safety risk.
Original posting: 09/21/2026 - Until Filled. Amentum anticipates the requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting.
Compensation details: The compensation range or hourly rate provided is a good-faith estimate of what Amentum intends to offer at the time the posting was issued.

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1mo ago

Senior Aerospace Cybersecurity Engineer

Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh, PA

1mo ago Closed

Full time Senior Aerospace Aerospace & Defense

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 17, 2026).

Job Description

Pittsburgh, PA (onsite)

Join a team supporting aerospace and defense programs, where your work directly strengthens the security of hardware and embedded systems used in the field. In this Senior role, you will lead cybersecurity efforts end-to-end, from threat modeling and security architecture reviews to testing, secure development support, and customer-facing engagements.

What you’ll do

Lead cybersecurity activities for aerospace and avionics programs.
Perform threat modeling, risk assessments, and security architecture reviews.
Support secure software development and security-critical practices including code signing, cryptography, secure boot, and secure firmware update processes.
Conduct cybersecurity testing, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Define cybersecurity measures for aerospace embedded systems, controllers, and aircraft platforms.
Support compliance with aerospace and federal cybersecurity requirements.
Review customer requirements and contribute to proposal development, including responses to RFIs/RFQs.
Interface with customers, federal contractors, and internal engineering teams.
Support lab-based testing and occasional on-site assessments at customer and aircraft locations.

What you bring

8+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience.
3+ years of aerospace cybersecurity experience.
Experience with aerospace threat modeling and risk assessments.
Embedded systems security background.
Working knowledge of cryptography and code signing.
Experience with vulnerability management.
Familiarity with Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Knowledge of hardware security and root-of-trust concepts.
Familiarity with aerospace and security standards including DO-326A / ED-202A, DO-356A, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and FIPS 140-3.
Experience supporting ITAR-controlled and/or federal aerospace programs.

Additional experience that helps

Experience supporting FAA, DoD, defense, or commercial aerospace programs.
Knowledge of aircraft control systems, avionics, and aerospace hardware security architectures.

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