COMSEC Systems Engineer

At Blue Origin, we believe in the power of space to improve life on Earth. As aCOMSEC Systems Engineer, you will support the security and integrity of our communications systems. You will work alongside Cybersecurity, Software, and Hardware Engineers to help develop, implement, andmaintainCOMSEC solutions that support our mission.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design, development, and integration of COMSEC systems and solutions acrossBlue National Securityprograms

• Collaborate withCybersecurity, Software, and Hardware Engineersto ensure secure communications architectures meet mission requirements

• Assistin the development and maintenance of COMSEC documentation, including policies, procedures, and system specifications

• Develop andmaintainVerification and Validation (V&V) plans, requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM), and test plans; coordinate verification activities across hardware, software, and integration test teams

• Support assessments of communications security risks and contribute to mitigation strategies

• Assistwith lifecycle management of COMSEC equipment and keying material

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and government directives related to COMSEC, Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical, Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

• 3+ years of relevant experience in COMSEC or communications security engineering

• Foundational understanding of secure communications systems and integration

• Basic understanding of cryptographic principles and key managementFamiliarity with DoD COMSEC policies, NSA guidelines, and applicable regulations

• Familiarity with satellite avionics systems and their role in secure communications

• Familiarity with systems engineering principles, processes, and best practices

• Experience supporting requirements development, decomposition, and verification

• Ability to read and reviewelectrical circuit schematics

• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines

• U.S. citizenshiprequired

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance strongly preferred

• Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs

• Hands-on experience with satellite avionics integration and secure communications interfaces

• Experience with full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development through integration, test, and operations

• Proficiencywith systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or similar requirements and modeling platforms

• Experience developing Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, test plans, and requirements traceability matrices

• Familiarity with interface control documents (ICDs) and system architecture development

• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF)

• Familiarity with hardware and software security integration

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, NSA/DoD COMSEC training, INCOSE CSEP)

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.