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Embedded Systems Engineer

2 months ago

Laurel, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled RF Systems Reverse Engineer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University 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.

Key Responsibilities
  • Share RF domain expertise while learning from expert hardware and software reverse engineers
  • Reverse engineer communication systems and 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
  • Knowledge in the design and analysis of wireless communications systems or signal processing, including antenna design, link budgets, modulation schemes, signal detection, error correction codes, multiplexing and interleaving
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity challenges with wireless communications, including 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, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, power meters, noise generators, arbitrary waveform generators, and oscilloscopes
  • Ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by start date and ultimately obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous dynamic technical leadership roles and demonstrated mentoring experience
  • Knowledge of identifying, analyzing, and manipulating unknown waveforms, bit streams, and protocols
  • Prior experience in hardware or software reverse engineering
  • Understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) concepts and embedded systems development toolchains
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
About 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.

We celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work-life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.