Spacecraft Crypto Architect (NSA-Cert)

K2Spacecorporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

K2Spacecorporation is seeking a Crypto Engineer to own the architecture and design of Type-1 cryptographic integrations across spacecraft and ground segments. You will lead designs from inception to compliance with national security missions. This role demands system-level thinking and adherence to strict certification processes.

The position offers a competitive salary of $160,000 - $245,000 and a comprehensive benefits package. Join us in becoming a Kardashev Type II civilization through groundbreaking satellite technology!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience with cryptographic systems, COMSEC, or secure communications.
• Direct experience with NSA Type-1 cryptographic equipment, integration, and certification processes.
• Strong systems-level thinking across hardware, software, and RF boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end architecture and design of Type-1 cryptographic integrations.
• Lead crypto designs from concept through certification and integration.
• Define COMSEC architecture for command, telemetry, and mission data protection.

Skills

Cryptographic systems

COMSEC

Secure communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

NSA Type-1 cryptographic equipment

Job description

K2Spacecorporation is seeking a Crypto Engineer to own the architecture and design of Type-1 cryptographic integrations across spacecraft and ground segments. You will lead designs from inception to compliance with national security missions. This role demands system-level thinking and adherence to strict certification processes.

The position offers a competitive salary of $160,000 - $245,000 and a comprehensive benefits package. Join us in becoming a Kardashev Type II civilization through groundbreaking satellite technology!