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Mission Integration Engineer, Cybersecurity Top Secret Clearance at SpaceX

SpaceX Hawthorne, NV

Job Description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.MISSION INTEGRATION ENGINEER CYBERSECURITY - TOP SECRET CLEARANCEStarshield leverages SpaceXs Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use Starshield is designed for government use with an initial focus on earth observation communications and hosted payloads.As a member of our Mission Management team you will help tackle new technical problems from initial requirements verification through rapid prototyping integrated test and operational deployment.Youd work within a team of other Mission Integration Engineers and Mission Managers on the same program and across related efforts to ensure total alignment of your work. You would also work closely with disciplines across SpaceX such as software flight reliability and payload integration to ensure safe and successful mission completion.Youll contribute to the performance and execution of satellite programs while specifically focusing on the aspects that keep our systems secure. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter and is hungry to do work that matters. RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan and execute compliance and certification tasks with partnering U.S. government entitiesProduce accreditation and authorization deliverables on a tight timeline that comply with applicable regulationsCollaborate with SpaceX technical departments to prepare design analysis and test data packages and briefings for government representativesIdentify develop handling plans and drive to closure technical issues with designs analysis or tests that would impact customer requirementsWork closely with SpaceX technical departments to develop technical rationales mitigate technical risks and ensure product deliveries are on scheduleOrganize and lead program milestone reviews technical interchange meetings and regular working group meetingsNegotiate develop and ensure timely delivery of technical products and customer data requestsCoordinate certification tasks and requirements with technical teams so that they can plan their tasks appropriately to meet customer expectations and maintain scheduleMaintain configuration control of the certified flight configuration. Coordinate and gain approval from the government on engineering changes to that baselineCollaborate with security and engineering teams to design and build high-assurance space systems and advanced ground networksAct as a security liaison to customers and mission stakeholders to develop security requirements for future SpaceX productsDrive design and architectural decisions to ensure requirements are met while also leveraging SpaceXs core technologies.Support all phases of the program from development initial proposal through successful test flight and on-orbit commissioning. This will include educating the customer on our designs and methodologies.Serve as the customer interface at meetings tests and reviews to develop operations plans design missions and participate in real world operations.Ensure contract deliverables are completed on-time and distill customer requirements into actionable development objectives.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline2 years of security software or security management experienceTechnical project management experiencePREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearanceExperience in exploit development and mitigationFundamental understanding of network protocols including the TCP/IP stackKnowledge of Linux operating system securityUnderstanding of modern cryptographic primitives and how to use them to secure systemsExperience contributing security improvements to established codebasesExperience developing high assurance systems for space-based applicationsExperience interfacing with external customers and communicating key technical concepts to non-technical audiencesAbility to work independently and in a team take initiative and communicate effectivelyExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience interacting with and presenting to external customers (preferably US Government)ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs.Must be willing to travel to other launch sites vendors and customers as necessary - up to 10% travelMust be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical project deliverablesCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range:Mission Integration Engineer/Level I: $95000.00 - $115000.00/per yearMission Integration Engineer/Level II: $110000.00 - $130000.00/per yearYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of company stock stock options or long-term cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short & long-term disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to. Key Skills APIs,Jenkins,REST,Python,SOAP,Systems Engineering,Service-Oriented Architecture,Java,XML,JSON,Scripting,Sftp Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 95000 - 115000

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