RF Systems Reverse Engineer

hace 2 semanas

Coto Laurel Barrio, Puerto Rico Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (Apl) A tiempo completo

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced RF Systems Reverse Engineer to join our team at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for reverse engineering communication systems, developing innovative mitigations, and collaborating with government sponsors and operators to build mission-aligned capabilities.



Responsibilities:




  • Reverse engineer communication systems to develop innovative mitigations.
  • Collaborate with government sponsors and operators to build mission-aligned capabilities.
  • Explore techniques for collecting, identifying, and manipulating standard and non-standard communications.
  • Propose groundbreaking ideas for internal and external funding opportunities.
  • Share knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to team members, APL management, and government decision makers.


Qualifications:




  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience relevant to the duties outlined above with deep understanding of RF and wireless communications protocols across the OSI stack.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity challenges with wireless communications to include: Wi-Fi, SATCOM, DMR, and telecommunications.
  • Proficient in low-level embedded system programming such as C and assembly.
  • Understanding of software defined radio (SDR) frameworks and concepts.
  • Proficient with RF lab equipment such as: spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, power meters, noise generators, arbitrary waveform generators, and oscilloscopes.


Preferred Qualifications:




  • Previous held dynamic technical leadership roles and have demonstrated mentoring experience.
  • Knowledge of identifying, analyzing, and manipulating unknown waveforms, bit streams, and protocols.
  • Prior experience doing hardware or software reverse engineering.
  • Understanding of real time operating systems (RTOS) concepts and embedded systems development toolchains.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.


Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. APL celebrates our differences and encourages creativity and bold, new ideas.



Benefits: APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.



Compensation: The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level with consideration for internal parity.

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