Staff Anti - Tamper Systems Engineer

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for a Staff Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer to join our team in Baltimore, MD. This position requires 100% onsite work.

What You Will Get to Do: 

As an integral part of our Systems Security Engineering Team you will be responsible for leading and providing hands-on experience in development of sensor payloads and complete mission security solutions assist our hardware and software security solutions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and secure robust system architectures to enhance operational integrity and reliability.

• Develop and implement hardware-focused anti-tamper techniques and countermeasures to protect assets.

• Employ intermediate knowledge of microelectronics design and fabrication processes to foster innovation.

• Utilize intermediate integrated circuit (IC) failure analysis tools and techniques for performance evaluation and improvements.

• Apply intermediate understanding of cryptographic security protocols to safeguard sensitive information.

• Conduct technical release analyses in accordance with DoD Instruction (Critical Program Information), (Limited Official Use), service policies, and licensing precedents. Prepare, assess, and certify Limited Official Use and Critical Program Information determinations for licensing.

• Coordinate technology release efforts with program personnel by engaging relevant stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure successful outcomes. Develop and deliver training on Technology Release processes to program personnel.

• Collaborate with the US Government and program teams to negotiate and develop anti-tamper solutions for international export markets, ensuring compliance with Tri-Service Committee and Red Team requirements for US-deployed and exported military systems.

• Manage and communicate the necessary analysis and modifications for system, subsystem, or sensor exportability.

• Interface with program teams and global business development stakeholders to integrate international requirements and features into design processes, enhancing product line initiatives for global markets.

• Oversee full life cycle development, including architecture development, trade studies, anti-tamper requirements formulation, detailed design, unit testing, system testing, and validation and verification protocols.

• Support strategic planning for anti-tamper technology development that aligns with global strategic priorities and influences current and future policies.

• Reverse engineer existing systems to architect and validate effective anti-tamper solutions.

• Engage in communities of practice to enhance domain knowledge and foster continuous professional development.

This position is contingent upon contract award, the successful