Senior COMSEC Systems Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

. Support the design, development, and integration of COMSEC systems and solutions across Blue National Security programs .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $133,500 - $203,263 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in COMSEC systems design, development, and integration, with a strong focus on secure communications and compliance with relevant regulations. Proficient in developing verification and validation plans, and collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure mission success.

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COMSEC Systems EngineeringCybersecurity ComplianceCryptographic PrinciplesRequirements VerificationTop Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Secure Communications IntegrationSystems Engineering PrinciplesRequirements DevelopmentElectrical Circuit SchematicsVerification and Validation PlansTest PlansKey ManagementLifecycle Management of COMSEC EquipmentRisk AssessmentInterface Control Documents

Soft Skills

Collaborative Problem SolvingCross-Disciplinary Communication

Tools & Technologies

DOORSCameoJama

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+NSA/DoD COMSEC TrainingINCOSE CSEP

Industry Keywords

DoD COMSEC PoliciesNSA GuidelinesCybersecurity FrameworksNISTRMFSpace ProgramsDefense ProgramsAerospace Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 developing and maintaining COMSEC documentation, including policies, procedures, and system specifications
Develop and maintain Verification and Validation plans, requirements verification traceability matrices, 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 COMSEC and Cybersecurity regulations, standards, and government directives

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 their integration within networks and systems
Working knowledge of cryptographic principles and key management
Familiarity with DoD COMSEC policies, NSA guidelines, and applicable regulations
Practical application of 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
U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission as a refugee or asylee
Preferred: experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs
Preferred: hands-on experience with satellite avionics integration and secure communications interfaces
Preferred: experience with the full systems engineering lifecycle
Preferred: proficiency with DOORS, Cameo, Jama, or similar requirements and modeling platforms
Preferred: experience developing V&V plans, test plans, and requirements traceability matrices
Preferred: familiarity with interface control documents and system architecture development
Preferred: strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and RMF
Preferred: relevant certifications such as Security+, NSA/DoD COMSEC training, or INCOSE CSEP

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors, at the company's discretion