COMSEC Test Engineer

Aurex; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurex in Chantilly, VA is seeking a hands-on COMSEC Test Engineer to perform integration, testing and validation of encryption systems critical to space and terrestrial networks.

You will apply detailed knowledge of COMSEC equipment and secure architectures to ensure correct installation, configuration, and functional checkout of complex hardware and software configurations, supporting mission readiness and security compliance.

Qualifications

• Active TOP SECRET SCI access with CI Polygraph is required.
• Experience in installation and operation of COMSEC equipment within secure networks.

Responsibilities

• Technical Integration: Apply deep expertise in communications protocols for space and terrestrial networks to mitigate risks during the integration of COMSEC equipment into operational environments.
• Systems Operations: Execute precise configuration, operation, and performance testing on COMSEC systems to ensure mission readiness.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform fault isolation, troubleshooting, and maintenance actions to repair and restore systems to peak functionality.
• Functional Validation: Conduct comprehensive functional checkouts of hardware/software configurations to meet rigorous security specifications.

Skills

COMSEC equipment

TOP SECRET SCI clearance

Systems testing

Secure communications

Tools

Encryption equipment

Job description

COMSEC Test Engineer (CTE)

Chantilly, VA

Job Description

As a COMSEC Test Engineer, you will perform hands-on utility and testing of encryption systems critical to securing space systems and terrestrial network architectures. You will apply detailed technical knowledge of COMSEC equipment and specifications to ensure the seamless installation and functional checkout of complex hardware and software configurations.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Integration: Apply deep expertise in communications protocols for space and terrestrial networks to mitigate technical and programmatic risks during the integration of COMSEC equipment into operational environments.
• Systems Operations: Execute precise configuration, operation, and performance testing on COMSEC systems to ensure mission readiness.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform critical fault isolation, troubleshooting, and necessary maintenance actions to repair and restore systems to peak functionality.
• Functional Validation: Conduct comprehensive functional checkouts of hardware/software configurations to meet rigorous security specifications.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active TOP SECRET SCI access with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph is required.
• Technical Expertise: Practical experience in the installation and operation of COMSEC equipment within secure communications architectures.

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is 100,000 – 210,000 annually. We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary. Compensation is determined by the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and relevant skills. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.

Location

Location: Multiple locations / Chantilly, VA

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, executive order, or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law, regulation, executive order, or government contract applicable to that position. For all other positions, Aurex does not consider an applicant’s citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the U.S. government to access export-controlled items, any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment, which is separate from the I-9 process, for that specific position. A background check will be required prior to any hire.

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