Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer

Bowhead is seeking an Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer for an upcoming effort in Patuxent River, MD. The Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership in the development, design, and evaluation of engineering solutions supporting the protection of military systems and technologies against unauthorized access, exploitation, or compromise. This position will apply advanced systems engineering principles and specialized anti-tamper methods and techniques to support Department of Defense applications.

• Identify, analyze, and develop solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Apply advanced systems engineering methods and tools to support system development.
• Research, design, develop, and evaluate anti-tamper methods, techniques, and systems.
• Support engineering activities involving the protection of military systems and technologies.
• Apply engineering principles to assess and address system vulnerabilities.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on anti-tamper engineering activities.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of engineering team members.
• Track project progress and participate in project planning, resource allocation, and event coordination.

• Master's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline from an accredited college or university.
• A Bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline plus four additional years of relevant experience may substitute for the Master's degree, requiring 14 total years of experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience (14 years when using the degree substitution).
• At least 5 years of experience directly related to anti-tamper methods, techniques, and systems in DoD applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the applicable engineering discipline.
• Must apply for an Anti-Tamper Certificate through the Navy Anti-Tamper Certification Holder within 90 days of performance start.

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Target salary is $ 125,000 - $180,000 commensurate with experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret level with SCI eligibilty. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.