nLogic is seeking a Crypto Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team in El Segundo, CA.
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Responsibilities:
Provide the technical leadership for the ESS Program Office in the deliveries of space and ground cryptographic units to support the Space, and Ground segments
Lead the trade for spacecraft cryptographic unit selection. Considerate about requirements, interfaces, environments and testing
Ensure the technical design and interfaces, development and deliveries for the space payload encryption units in terms of hardware and firmware
Ensure the technical design and interfaces, development and deliveries for the ground encryption units in terms of hardware and firmware
Support all encryption unit successfully complete the required test program. Develop test documentations, e.g. test plan and reports as necessary
Ensure space cryptographic units survive space environments through qualification testing
Provide supplementary PKMA (Protected Key Management Architecture) activities as necessary
Building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with various government customer organizations, contractors, and FFRDC teammates
Required Qualifications:
An active DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance is required for this position
BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
15 years’ experience with Crypto/PKMA or Master’s degree and 12 years’ experience
Military or DOD or IC space and ground experience required
Space systems engineering experience desired at the unit, subsystem, or spacecraft levels
Requirement to work on site at LAAFB 100%. Remote work unavailable
Approximately 20% travel within Southern California and Maryland
Work Conditions:
Work Model: On-site
Travel: Moderate, 20%
Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen. Current TOP SECRET SCI security clearance is required for consideration. This is a full-time position on-site in El Segundo, CA. The estimated salary for this position ranges from approximately $192,000 to $215,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.