Cyber Test Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

The Cyberspace Combat Department (CCD) resides within ISCD and focuses on critical cyber research, development, and rapid prototyping in the areas of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO), Reverse Engineering, Exploit Development, and Spacecraft Security. We support a variety of customers including the Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC), the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and other civil customers (e.g. NASA) to resolve unique challenges in implementation and research.  We are looking for a Project Lead to support SSC with Cyber Test.  Candidates should be familiar with the Cybersecurity Test and Evaluation Guidebook and have experience with leading projects.

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA. 100% onsite

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead a diverse team of FFRDC, USG, SETA, and SE&I with Cyber Test planning for all ground and space systems
• Directly support the Program Office customers with system security engineering and managing the test infrastructure, resources, and personnel for project taskings
• Identify, integrate, validate, and verify cyber test requirements to ensure DoD Development Test and Evaluation (DT&E) compliance
• Review of cybersecurity test procedures for requirements satisfaction, including participation in Test Readiness Review activities and test events
• Comprehensively and effectively communicate test-event results and key findings to Senior leadership, along with the technical recommended closure plans
• Proactively engage all stakeholders to ensure cyber test is implemented throughout the acquisition lifecycle and process

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or in Information Security/Technology, Computer Science, or related subject area.
• 8 years of relevant experience in a position related to cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, embedded systems, or similar fields.
• Experience planning, leading, and executing Cyber Tabletop events
• Experience defining and analyzing threat/vulnerability likelihood, coupled with mission impact to determine risk
• Background utilizing one or more programming languages including but not limited to C, C++, Java, Python, or Rust.
• Specialized knowledge of satellite system design and technology.
• Willingness to travel to work location or customer site approx. 20% of the time, if required.
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or engineering.
• Holds one or more industry standard cybersecurity certifications (such as CISSP, OSCP, GMON, SEC+)
• Proven experience using the SPARTA / MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Expert with bash, shell, PowerShell, and basic scripting on Linux and Windows platforms.
• Current and active TS/SCI clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$166,400.00 - $249,600.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change   
• Engage with Impact   
• Foster Innovation   
• Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:

• 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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.