Reverse Engineer for RF Systems

17 hours ago


Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time
Job Title: Reverse Engineer for RF Systems

We are seeking a highly skilled Reverse Engineer for RF Systems to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for reverse engineering software, firmware, and hardware to understand wireless behavior, developing prototypes of novel signal processing approaches, and working in teams to modify device firmware and software to communicate in alternative ways.

Responsibilities:
  • Reverse engineer software, firmware, and hardware to understand wireless behavior
  • Develop prototypes of novel signal processing approaches
  • Work in teams to modify device firmware and software to communicate in alternative ways
  • Operationalize developed code by thoroughly testing, documenting, and integrating with sponsor systems
  • Propose promising ideas for internal and external funding opportunities
  • Share and enhance knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to government decision makers, team members, and senior management
Qualifications:
  • Possess a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other related degree or equivalent experience
  • Have at least 3 years of experience writing assembly language, C, or C++ code that runs directly on embedded systems or integrates with real-time operating systems (RTOSes)
  • Have experience with protocol reverse engineering and complex communication systems
  • Have extensive experience with digital signal processing algorithms and are capable of (and excited by) hypothesizing, prototyping, and extracting data from waveforms
  • Are an outstanding communicator in both written and verbal forms
  • Are able to acquire an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
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. 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.



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