Hardware Reverse Engineer, Senior

CACI International Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 113,200 - 237,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible time off

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A technology and engineering firm in Virginia seeks a Senior Hardware Reverse Engineer to tackle national security challenges. Your role will involve analyzing embedded hardware and software devices, requiring an active TS/SCI clearance. Applicants should have a BS in a relevant field and at least 7 years of experience in digital signal processing and reverse engineering. The position offers a competitive salary range of $113,200 - $237,800. Join a dynamic team dedicated to national security and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required to begin employment.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in related engineering fields.
• Working knowledge of hardware design and communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Teardown and analyze embedded hardware and software devices.
• Investigate RF communication capabilities of hardware systems.
• Document results of exploitation efforts.

Skills

Digital signal processing

Reverse engineering

Embedded software development

Programming in Python

Programming in C/C++

RF communications technologies

In‑circuit debuggers and programmers

Embedded interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO)

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering (ABET/EAC Accredited)

Tools

JTAG/Serial‑wire (SWD)

Job description

Join to apply for the Hardware Reverse Engineer, Senior role at CACI International Inc

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

The Opportunity

Come be part of a unique team solving wide-ranging national security cyber and hardware challenges. Use your skills in interesting projects involving hardware reverse engineering and digital signal processing. You will be involved in investigating embedded software/hardware devices, understanding digital communication implementations, analyzing embedded binaries, and investigating RF data to identify system behavior. An ideal candidate can balance multiple projects in a fast‑paced, interdisciplinary R&D environment and can work effectively individually and on a team through their excellent communication skills and technical acumen.

Be part of a CACI department with an expanding range of programs focusing on Cyber Operations, where you get to grow on and between programs with peers who are dedicated to advancing national security. Participate in interesting team events where you get to engage with your co‑workers and expand your career network. We have a fun, engaging environment with a management team focused on growing your career and making you a part of our future. We offer bonus compensation plans that demonstrate our appreciation for your dedication to the program and being a part of our team. You'll get paid for cyber events and training, such as our Capture the Flag Events, Internal Research and Development opportunities as well as prepaid courses to nationally recognized certification courses to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Teardown, investigate, and document embedded hardware devices/software and analyze their inherent communication implementations
• Analyze systems and hardware devices to determine behavior and potential access vectors for exploitation
• Investigate RF communication capabilities of hardware systems
• Participate in technical reviews of requirements, specifications, designs, codes, and other artifacts
• Create documentation outlining results of exploitation efforts

Qualifications

Required

• An active TS/SCI clearance is required to begin employment
• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering (ABET/EAC Accredited)
• A minimum of 7+ years of experience performing digital signal processing development, reverse engineering, embedded software development, and/or FPGA engineering
• Experience programming in Python, C, and/or C++
• Experience with embedded interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO
• Experience using in‑circuit debuggers and programmers, JTAG/Serial‑wire (SWD)
• Working knowledge of RF communications technologies, network communications technologies, and hardware design including radio‑frequency modules and/or software defined radios
• Experience working with board support packages (BSP), U‑Boot, and device drivers

Desired

• Background in digital signal processing (DSP) and communication theory with knowledge of and/or experience processing signals
• Software development experience in Linux and/or bare metal
• Experience with radio‑frequency modules or software defined radios

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers – every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground – in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Pay Range

Proposed Salary Range: $113,200 - $237,800

We also offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.