Job Description
Join Our Team of Cyber Embedded Systems Security Engineering Experts!
We're seeking talented Principal Cyber Embedded Systems Security Engineer to join our team at our Endicott, NY location. As a Principal Cyber Embedded Systems Security Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of avionics and electronic controls.
About Our Business Areas
Our Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) business is at the forefront of avionics innovation, developing next-generation fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, and power management systems.
Our Power & Propulsion Solutions (PPS) business is revolutionizing the way we think about power management, developing eco-friendly, hybrid, and electric systems that keep our air cleaner.
Your Role
As a Principal Cyber Embedded Systems Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and managing embedded system hardware and software product security requirements, designing secure system architectures, and performing system-level security integration and testing. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the security of our products and systems.
You will make impacts as a Principal Embedded Systems Security Engineer in the following ways;
- Architecting software cybersecurity features into a real-time safety critical embedded control system.
- Implementing cybersecurity features in software interfacing directly with hardware components as part of a cybersecurity board support package.
- Implementing cybersecurity features in software at an application level including protection of data at rest and in transit
- Integrating cybersecurity features with existing software product code bases.
- Applying cybersecurity standards, guidelines and best practices for the development of cybersecurity software.
- Develop product security CONOPS and system security plans
- Decompose customer product security requirements into feature-set capability requirements
- Participate in threat/vulnerability assessments and identify required security measures
- Develop cybersecurity test plans and procedures
- Support cybersecurity audit and test events
- Coordinate with Safety Engineering to ensure product security features don't impact product safety
What We Offer
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of avionics and electronic controls
- Professional development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- A hybrid work environment where you will balance your time working on site and remote
- A 9/8- work schedule (every other Friday off)
- A culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor‘s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field with strong embedded software development background.
- Will have experience / knowledge in "bare metal" embedded systems securing at the hardware/crypto- processor level to implement cyber features
- 8+ years of experience in embedded controls development with at least 3 years implementing and testing cybersecurity features.
- Experience in full software lifecycle including requirements, design, coding, integration and verification.
- Experience integrating on real-time, safety-critical electronic control systems that include hardware, software and programmable logic devices.
- Experience with implementing cybersecurity capabilities leveraging features/components including any of the following; secure boot, cryptographic accelerators, Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs), Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) or Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).
- Understanding of purpose and usage of; cryptographic objects: Keys, Certs, CRLs; algorithms: SHA, AES, RSA, ECC, HMAC, GMAC, etc., and protocols: TLS/DTLS, IPSec, etc.
- Solid knowledge and hands-on experience with C/C++, Python and assembly language programming
- Experience performing static/dynamic code analysis.
- Technical writing skills: capable of creating required engineering documentation
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Master's Degree in a related engineering field
- 10+ years of experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development, including familiarity with systems such as flight controls, engine controls, or mission systems
- Experience with development of formal validation and verification procedures
- Experience with safety critical development guidelines
- Understanding of cryptographic objects, algorithms, and protocols
- Experience with DISA STIGs and/or IAVA compliance hardening
- Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $111700 - $189900
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
