Microelectronics Systems Architect with Security Clearance

Radiance Technologies, a rapidly growing employee-owned company, is searching for a talented Systems Architect to join the Microelectronic Technology Operation (MTO). MTO is focused on anti-tamper and hardware security at levels ranging from secure microelectronics packaging to system-level security of weapons systems. MTO is involved in the development and analysis of anti-tamper / protective technologies, IC failure analysis, reverse engineering, full spectrum cyber operations, and cyber tool development and solutions. Additionally, MTO conducts vulnerability research to preclude hardware exploitation, side-channel attacks, and fault-injection attacks. MTO is advancing the state-of-the-art for the Department of Defense, building out a portfolio of technologies ranging from TRL2 - TRL9. The Systems Architect must be proficient in a wide range of activities: contributing to MTO's technology development roadmaps for secure electronics and microelectronics
keeping a pulse on broader industry trends, injecting awareness and seeding early exploratory techniques / approaches / algorithms / capabilities into the broader Operation at appropriate times
conceptualizing solutions to open-ended problems, decomposing said solution into implementable requirements, and conveying design intent to a broader team.
conducting hands-on embedded SW / FW / ASIC / algorithm development & testing
data collection & analysis
assisting MTO in capturing both incremental and adjacent business through customer interactions, proposal development, and authoring enhanced whitepapers
contributing to the establishment of capabilities and processes necessary to convert low TRL S&T developments into low to mid-volume production products
other research and development tasks in the microelectronic security field The candidate must proficiently interact with a variety of personnel to succeed in this role: MTO Operations Manager & Division Managers
MTO Engineers & Technicians
Tech Writers
Customers
SubContractors Work Location: Huntsville, AL: Radiance HQ or on Redstone Arsenal as needed, with the mix varying over time based on project demands
Up to 20% travel outside the Huntsville area Required Qualifications: US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science or relevant technical field Mid-level Architect: 10+ years of relevant work experience
Senior-level Architect: 15+ years of relevant work experience
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and solve open-ended problems
Demonstrated experience establishing, directing, and transitioning complex technology development
Ability to quickly pivot focus between the big picture and low-level details
Proficiency in explaining complicated technical topics to both engineering teams and non-technical audiences
Excel at communicating/coordinating with stakeholders and customers: oral, written, and formal presentations. Strong analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills Desired Qualifications (some or all would be viewed positively) Master's Degree or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field
Active Top Security Clearance
Advanced knowledge of microelectronics and hardware security techniques / anti-tamper / protection technologies
Knowledge of various Weapons Systems architectures
Experience working with multiple Government agencies such as Army CCDC, DARPA, AFRL, and NSA; experience working with the DoD Anti-Tamper Community
Proficiency with Verilog / VHDL / System Verilog
Advanced knowledge of Roots of Security / Secure Processors
Experience implementing microcode
Knowledge of advanced packaging for microelectronics (3DHI, RTL, silicon interposers, etc) and the DoD microelectronics supply chain
Experience leading multiple simultaneous technical projects or tasks
Experience with cryptographic algorithms and applications, and knowledge of post-quantum crypto
Real-time OS experience
Ability and willingness to mentor junior technical personnel
Expertise in Hardware Security / Vulnerability Research, including nation-state level reverse-engineering threat vectors
Hands-on electronics and/or microelectronics laboratory experience
Knowledge of semiconductor device physics
Semiconductor Failure Analysis tools & techniques Clearance: Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled