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The Aerospace Corporation · 3 weeks ago

Hardware Security Engineer

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $166K/yr

1+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are hiring a Hardware Security Engineer to provide hardware security support and contribute to research and development for National Security Space Systems.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide hardware security support to government and contracted personnel in the areas of security controls, configuration management, configurable logic device management, and microelectronic security assessments

Directly contribute to hardware security research, development, and applications while helping to secure National Security Space Systems

Define threat paths and develop guidance on FPGA/ASIC/embedded systems vulnerability mitigations

Demonstrate the ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and debug both hardware and firmware issues effectively

Assist in the development and improvement of microelectronics assurance policy, requirements and documentation

Collaborate with other Aerospace departments and external organizations to develop new technical demonstrations and capabilities

Learn and grow through new work opportunities, trainings, and mentorship from experienced staff

Qualification

FPGA designHardware securityEmbedded systemsHDLs VHDLHDLs VerilogLinux environmentsC/C++/Python/Perl/ShellProject management toolsRoot of TrustSecure BootHardware Cryptographic AcceleratorsArtificial intelligenceQuantum computingCompTIA Security+

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM related program

1-3 years of relevant experience in a position related to FPGA design and verification, embedded systems, hardware security or similar fields

Proven experience in FPGA design, including familiarity with HDLs (VHDL, Verilog, and SystemVerilog)

Proficiency in coding and scripting with languages such as C, C++, Python, Perl, or Shell

Hands-on experience with Linux environments

Willingness to travel approx. 15% domestically (customer sites, locations, etc)

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

4 or more years of relevant experience in a position related to FPGA design and verification, embedded systems, hardware security or similar fields

Proven experience in FPGA design, and major vendor tools including AMD Xilinx, Microchip, or Intel Altera

Experience with embedded system design (e.g., Xilinx Zynq/Microblaze, ARM, Altera NIOS)

Experience using project management tools such as Jira or MS Project

Preferred

Advanced degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM related program

Exposure to and understanding of hardware security attacks in the following areas: Hardware Trojans, Side Channel Analysis, Fault Injection, and Reverse Engineering

Experience with Root of Trust, Secure Boot, or Hardware Cryptographic Accelerators

Possession of relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+

Experience with artificial intelligence or quantum computing applications

Current and active TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect