Cryptography Engineer

About the Role

Be part of a team delivering the next generation of secure military communications satellites for the UK Ministry of Defence. This work provides resilient, high-performance connectivity for the UK, its allies, and Defence personnel worldwide, playing a critical role in protecting national security as space becomes more contested and demand for secure data continues to grow.

Joining Lockheed Martin also means helping to shape significant investment in the North East space sector, with more than £100 million proposed to support high-skill jobs, advanced manufacturing, and long-term economic growth. Opportunities include potential satellite manufacturing in County Durham and collaboration with NESST – the North East Space Skills and Technology Centre at Northumbria University – helping to build a strong pipeline of talent, learning, and innovation.

This is your chance to work on mission-critical technology, develop cutting-edge skills, and build a meaningful career, while delivering lasting impact for the region and the nation.

Key Responsibilities

Provides security engineering designs and implementation in all aspects of Information Assurance and Information Security (InfoSec) Engineering.

• Assesses and mitigates system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle.
• Validates system security requirements definition and analysis.
• Establishes system security designs.
• Implements security designs in hardware, software, data, and procedures.
• Verifies security requirements.
• Performs system certification and accreditation planning and testing and liaison activities.
• Supports secure systems operations and maintenance.

Develops innovative solutions to a range of complex problems that are consistent with organizational objectives. Works without direction. Work is reviewed upon completion and is consistent with departmental objectives.

Guides major projects to completion and may function in a leadership role. Decisions are long-lasting and heavily influence the organization. Engages with senior personnel on significant matters.

Actively contributes to the development of new concepts. Possesses full knowledge of industry and company practices, demonstrating expertise in the field and related disciplines.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• Experience of the design, development, implementation, and accreditation of high-grade cryptographic systems.
• Experience of space systems and their command and control systems would be an advantage.
• Significant related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
• Skills and experience relating to high grade cryptography and cryptographic devices is highly desirable.

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin, our employees come first, and your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, you can expect so much more.

• Flexible working options, including the possibility of a 4-day week depending on business requirements.
• Competitive salaries and flexible holiday entitlement.
• A wealth of benefits selectable through our wellbeing tool, including: Private Medical Insurance, Competitive Pension, Dental, Critical Illness cover, Life Assurance, Travel Insurance, Employee discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (including counseling, legal, and financial advice).
• Internal training and development, alongside Education assistance programs.
• Reimbursement for professional memberships.
• Competitive policies supporting flexibility and family leave, including enhanced maternity leave.