Embedded Hardware Engineer - SME

Astrion

Today
Secret
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$150,000 and above
25%
Engineering - Systems
Eglin AFB, FL (On-Site/Office)

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Hardware Engineer (Subject Matter Expert) to support the 96 Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG) at Eglin AFB, FL. This role operates within the Threat Development Laboratory under the Cyber Test and Evaluation Complex, providing technical leadership and expertise in embedded hardware cybersecurity.



JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS: Full Time

TRAVEL: 25% CONUS / OCONUS



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS



BSEE/BSCE with 15+ years of relevant experience, or MSEE/MSCE with 10+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Active Secret clearance required (U.S. Citizenship mandatory).

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Must obtain DoD 8140 (formerly DoD 8570) IAT Level 3 certification within 1 year of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Experience with Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design and fabrication

Basic understanding of Integrated Circuits (ICs)

Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles as they apply to hardware

Experience with Test and Evaluation of PCBs, ICs, or other board level hardware

Strong background in hardware, firmware, software, networks, and RF for vulnerability discovery, exploit development, and penetration testing.

Knowledge of emerging technologies, threats, and security strategies.

Expertise across the entire acquisition lifecycle.

Ability to manage technical programs, ensuring cost, schedule, and performance deliverables are met.

Working knowledge of DoD regulations, standards, and policies regarding Acquisitions, Hardware Security,
Anti-Tamper, Supply Chains, and Cybersecurity.

Experience in DoD research and testing laboratories, including Systems Integration Labs (SILs), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments, and Cybersecurity labs.


RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical direction and oversight for the Threat Development Laboratory within the Cyber Test and Evaluation Complex.

Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in board/chip-level embedded hardware cyber test & evaluation (T&E).

Drive the funding and development of new board/chip-level cyber test & evaluation capabilities within the CTEC.

Collaborate with test managers to design test plans and objectives utilizing the Threat Development Laboratory’s capabilities.

Support test execution within the laboratory and travel as needed for project planning, execution, and reporting.

KEYWORDS: Hardware, HWIL, Lab, Test & Evaluation, Cyber, Acquisition, Vulnerability



What We Offer

Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Professional development allotment
Multiple healthcare benefits packages
401K with employer matching
Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
Who We Are



At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.



Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!



Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.



This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
group id: 10120333
N
Name HiddenRecruiter
Find Astrion on Social Media
Network Employers (18)
Recruiter
Recruiter
Recruiter
Recruiter
Recruiter
About Us
We stand as a partner for progress, providing cutting-edge services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success in the air, on the ground, and beyond. Our team’s experience and passion come through in all that we do, from Cybersecurity to Digital Solutions, Mission Support, Systems Engineering, and Test and Evaluation, all to deliver Results with Impact. With our size and capabilities, we are uniquely positioned to combine the sophistication and robust systems of a large company with the agility and adaptability of a small company, and are uniquely empowered to be the difference for our customers.

Astrion Jobs


Clearance Level
Secret
Employer
Astrion