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Space Vehicle Defense Cybersecurity Project Engineer
Aerospace Corporation
Colorado Springs, COPosted Aug 22, 2026 · 1h ago
Full-timeSeniorOn-siteDefense
About this role
The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Project Engineer to advance space vehicle defense cybersecurity initiatives for the U.S. Space Force. This onsite role involves developing, evaluating, and integrating on-board cybersecurity capabilities to protect space vehicles from cyber-physical threats in contested environments.
What we are looking for
6- Serve as Project Engineer for Space Vehicle Defense initiatives
- Develop and evaluate on-board intrusion detection systems
- Conduct purple team testing and integrate DCO-S tools
- Provide technical leadership for on-orbit technology demonstrations
- Inform SVD requirements and standards, documenting NIST SP 800-53 coverage
- Enhance cyber survivability of space vehicles in contested environments
Work authorization
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Requires a Ts Sci security clearance.
