Mobile Forensics Software Engineer: Advanced Analysis

MANTECH; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH seeks a motivated Mobile Forensics Software Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA. You will support mobile device analysis, software development, reverse engineering, and technical reporting in support of digital forensics and cyber mission requirements.

Responsibilities include performing mobile device analysis, reverse engineering software, designing and maintaining forensic tooling, and producing clear technical reports for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar technical field or 6+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering, reverse engineering, digital forensics, mobile analysis, or related field.
• Experience developing software in Python, C++ or Java used for analysis tooling or systems development.
• Experience analyzing software or applications using debugging, reverse engineering, or forensic methodologies.
• Familiarity with operating system internals, file systems, application behavior, or low-level software analysis concepts.

Responsibilities

• Performing mobile device and application analysis to identify, extract, interpret, and document digital artifacts relevant to forensic and investigative objectives.
• Analyzing, reviewing, and reverse engineering software, applications, and binaries to understand behavior and vulnerabilities.
• Designing, developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining software tools that support mobile forensics and data analysis workflows.
• Conducting static and dynamic analysis using debuggers, disassemblers, virtual environments, and related tools to assess application behavior and support mission outcomes.
• Producing clear technical reports, documentation, and presentations suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborating with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to define technical requirements and transition solutions into operational use.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar technical field

High School Diploma + 6+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Debuggers

Disassemblers

Forensic tools

Virtual machines

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated Mobile Forensics Software Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA. You will support mobile device analysis, software development, reverse engineering, and technical reporting in support of digital forensics and cyber mission requirements.

Responsibilities include performing mobile device analysis, reverse engineering software, designing and maintaining forensic tooling, and producing clear technical reports for diverse audiences.