Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Cyber Security

Company Description

Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.

Job Description

Seeking an Embedded Software Engineer with a desire to work on leading edge space-based avionics embedded software.  This position has a specific emphasis on the embedded software security components which ensure mission data integrity and ultimately mission success.

Responsibilities

• Specification and cross-platform implementation of SW security components targeting a myriad of realtime operating system
• Assist in designing SW countermeasures against new and emerging threats (e.g. Side Channel, Fault Attacks, Rowhammer)
• Collaboration with the Platform SW team to ensure seamless integration of the crypto SW into final product
• Lead and execute testing of embedded system software security components (test planning)
• Lead or assist in corresponding certification efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related discipline
• Strong C/C++ programming skills with strong debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Solid understanding of one or more:
• Linux security concepts
• ARM platform security, threat models, and mitigation techniques
• Symmetric and asymmetric algorithms (RSA, DES, AES, SHA-1, other)
• Encryption key generation, distribution, application
• ARM Trusted Firmware Architecture and TrustZone technology
• Software security exploits
• Experience with NSA Type 1/Type 2 certification and approval
• Cross domain guard
• Network security
• Experience with the RMF certification
• Link Encryption, HAIPE, Link16,MADL
• Red/Black data communication

Additional Information

Compensation: Base pay range is $110,000-150,000 depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.

SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

US Citizenship Required