Senior Systems & Security Engineer

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📍 Brea, California, United States💰 USD 112K–127K

About this role

The Senior Systems & Security Engineer performs system-level engineering work, in particular for
requirements definition and verification, system and sub-system design and analysis, use case definition, and interface design. The tasks cover all technical activities related to the SATCOM and In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) products of the company. So, deep technical knowledge and a willingness to learn is required, since the person is normally the natural reference, internally and towards external partners (customers and suppliers), for many technical questions. The preparation, maintenance, and control of the company’s technical documentation is also part of the person’s responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Translate customer needs into system, sub-system, and equipment requirements; create and maintain corresponding Use Cases and requirement documents
  • Perform high-level system and sub-system design, including design and verification of sub-system interfaces
  • Analyze and verify that designs meet requirements
  • Participate in creation and presentation of design reviews, internally and with customers
  • Manage technical projects and work packages, including in R&D projects as required
  • Mentor junior colleagues on company products and systems-engineering practices
  • Scout the market for relevant emerging technologies and initiate investigation for potential adoption into company products
  • Support aircraft and inflight-connectivity system security, including:
    • Designing and integrating embedded cybersecurity features across wired and wireless systems, on and off the aircraft, with security built in from initial design through deployment and ongoing maintenance
    • Writing security deliverables and managing OEM-mandated product security documentation to support certification and regulatory (airworthiness) compliance
    • Defining and applying security assurance processes
    • Performing threat modeling, vulnerability assessments/tracking, security risk assessments, and penetration testing on software, hardware, and networked aircraft systems
    • Assisting in system security architecture definition
    • Leading or supporting incident response (including CSIRT activities), monitoring for intrusions and emerging threats, investigating incidents, and optimizing security tooling
    • Preparing, planning, and documenting security test cases and scenarios
    • Responding to customer security-related requests
    • Collaborating with hardware, software (Android/Linux), and systems engineering teams, translating OEM and industry cybersecurity requirements into actionable engineering tasks
  • Continuously contribute to process improvement
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field
  • 6+ years of experience working as Systems Engineer
  • Working knowledge of at least one of the following security standards/guidelines
    (e.g. DO-326A/ED-202A series, ISO 27000, ARINC 811)
  • Proficiency in threat modeling and secure coding (C/C++ or Golang), with working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and security tooling such as EDR, SIEM, and vulnerability management systems
  • Knowledge of penetration testing tools (e.g. Kali Linux, nmap, Burp Suite, vulnerability scanners
    (Nessus, OpenVAS)) is advantageous
    • Cybersecurity Requirements (DO-326A / DO-355)
    • Threat and risk assessment (TARA) for all external interfaces
    • Penetration testing per aircraft-level security plan
    • Intrusion detection on aircraft-side gateways
    • Certificate lifecycle management for ground-to-air TLS sessions
    • Logging and auditability of all software load events (your syslog is an example of this in practice)

The starting pay range for this position is $112,000 to $127,000 per year however, the base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location.

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

  • A home allowance to elevate your home workspace
  • Discretionary bonus program
  • Future financial security with a 401(k) program with company match
  • Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown
  • Embraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Senior Systems & Security Engineer role at RAVE Aerospace LLC?
The listed salary for this Senior Systems & Security Engineer position at RAVE Aerospace LLC is USD 112K–127K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Senior Systems & Security Engineer position at RAVE Aerospace LLC located?
This Senior Systems & Security Engineer role at RAVE Aerospace LLC is based in Brea, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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When was the Senior Systems & Security Engineer job at RAVE Aerospace LLC posted?
This Senior Systems & Security Engineer position at RAVE Aerospace LLC was posted on Jul 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Systems & Security Engineer
RAVE Aerospace LLC · 💰 USD 112K–127K
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