Staff Systems Engineer - Airborne Cybersecurity

Job overview

The Staff Systems Engineer - Airborne Cybersecurity is a hybrid role based in Kirkland, WA, offering a salary range of $132,983 - $199,474 per year. This position supports the Airborne Power & Control (APC) Product Group by leading cybersecurity planning for aircraft electrical power systems. The role exists to define, analyze, and verify airworthiness-driven cybersecurity requirements, ensuring compliance with RTCA DO-326A, DO-355, and DO-356 standards for embedded aircraft systems.

What you'll do

• Develops cybersecurity plans for aircraft power products.
• Performs risk assessments and defines security requirements.
• Coordinates with OEM customers and certification authorities.
• Supports system safety and certification teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

kirkland wa

astronics

systems engineer

cybersecurity

aerospace

hybrid

do-326

engineering

$132k-$199k/yr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K, ESPP, Quarterly Profit Sharing, PTO, 12 Paid Holidays.

Why this role

Focuses on airworthiness-driven cybersecurity rather than enterprise IT security.

About the employer

Astronics is hiring for this role. Industry: Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. Sector: 33.