Sr. COMSEC Systems Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN•Denver, CO

11d•$145,188 - $203,263

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs. At Blue Origin, we believe in the power of space to improve life on Earth. As a Senior COMSEC Systems Engineer, you will support the security and integrity of our communications systems. You will work alongside Cybersecurity, Software, and Hardware Engineers to help develop, implement, and maintain COMSEC solutions that support our mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
10+ years of relevant experience in COMSEC, Cybersecurity, or Network Systems Engineering
Strong understanding of secure communications devices and integration of those devices within networks and systems
Working knowledge of cryptographic principles and key management
Familiarity with DoD COMSEC policies, NSA guidelines, and applicable regulations
Practical application systems engineering principles, processes, and best practices
Experience supporting requirements development, decomposition, and verification
Ability to read and review electrical circuit schematics
Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines
Active Top Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs
Hands-on experience with satellite avionics integration and secure communications interfaces
Experience with full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development through integration, test, and operations
Proficiency with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, Jama, or similar requirements and modeling platforms
Experience developing Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, test plans, and requirements traceability matrices
Familiarity with interface control documents (ICDs) and system architecture development
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF)
Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, NSA/DoD COMSEC training, INCOSE CSEP)

Responsibilities

Support the design, development, and integration of COMSEC systems and solutions across Blue National Security programs
Collaborate with Cybersecurity, Software, and Hardware Engineers to ensure secure communications architectures meet mission requirements
Assist in the development and maintenance of COMSEC documentation, including policies, procedures, and system specifications
Develop and maintain Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM), and test plans; coordinate verification activities across hardware, software, and integration test teams
Support assessments of communications security risks and contribute to mitigation strategies
Assist with lifecycle management of COMSEC equipment and keying material
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and government directives related to COMSEC and Cybersecurity