Senior Security Engineer - Hypersonic Systems

The Senior Security Engineer - Hypersonic Test Systems is responsible for protecting hypersonic test articles, test infrastructure, and test data from cyber-enabled compromise, manipulation, sabotage, or espionage. This role focuses on securing embedded systems, operational technology (OT), and telemetry pipelines to ensure the integrity, authenticity, and security of hypersonic testing environments. The Senior Security Engineer will work closely with engineers, developers, and program teams to integrate security into test workflows and safeguard critical systems and data.

• 8+ years of experience in product security, embedded security, OT security, or cyber-physical systems.

• Hands-on experience securing non-cloud, non-SaaS systems.

• Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments.

• Direct involvement with test systems, mission systems, or safety-critical environments.

• Ability to threat-model hardware, software, and operational workflows.

• Familiarity with nation-state adversary tradecraft.

• Experience working in classified or export-controlled environments.

• Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain clearance is required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Sr. Level ($120,000-158,000) BS or applicable experience in lieu of degree, plus 5-10 years of relevant experience

PREFERRED SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISSP-ISSEP, or equivalent.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as NISPOM, ITAR, and DFARS.

• Familiarity with CMMC Level 2+ requirements and RMF for non-IT systems.

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable

Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.

Benefits (https://www.stratolaunch.com/careers/benefits/) and our location(s) (https://www.stratolaunch.com/careers/locations/)** **:

• 9/80 schedule

• Healthcare ( medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs )

• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500

• Tuition reimbursement

This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks.

Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.