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SpaceX's Starshield program adapts Starlink technology to support national security missions by building secure in-space mesh networks, communication systems, and hosted payload infrastructure. The Product Security Engineer will design and implement cryptographic services and security-critical features across routers, dishes, gateways, and satellites while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to improve production security posture.

Skills

  • Proficiency in one or more development languages (Python, C++, Golang)
  • Applied cryptography knowledge and designing cryptographic services
  • Operating system and distributed systems security design and implementation
  • Network security and understanding of TCP/IP and UDP-based protocols
  • Experience with secure/authenticated boot and special-purpose security hardware (TPM/HSM)
  • Vulnerability research, incident response, and adversary detection skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication and cross-team collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Design and build security infrastructure and cryptographic services for Starshield systems
  • Develop and implement security features for routers, dishes, gateways, and satellites
  • Integrate security into factory processes and network services supporting production
  • Maintain and improve production security posture through implementation and guidance
  • Prototype and test security improvements, and support vulnerability research and mitigation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and provide clear security recommendations

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM field OR 2+ years professional security software development in lieu of a degree
  • Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline preferred
  • Ability and eligibility to obtain and maintain Top Secret (or higher) U.S. security clearance

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with level-based ranges and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Long-term incentives (stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards) and ESPP
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave, paid sick leave, ~3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays
  • Various employee discounts and other perks
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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