Reverse Engineer, Hardware & Firmware Security

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Reverse Engineer to support reverse engineering and vulnerability research across hardware, firmware, software, and networked systems. You will execute technical tasks with disciplined analysis, collaborating within a team and contributing to vulnerability discovery, tool development, and reporting.

The role emphasizes strong technical execution, ongoing learning across mission‑relevant domains, and the ability to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• 4–9 years of reverse engineering or vulnerability research experience.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture, OS, and embedded software development.
• Proficiency in assembly language or C/C++.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja).
• Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques.
• Experience with network protocols, cryptography, and security vulnerabilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-scope reverse engineering of hardware, firmware, software, and network protocols.
• Analyze system components and architectures to understand functionality and security posture.
• Identify and assess vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
• Develop tools and scripts to automate reverse engineering workflows.
• Support vulnerability research and proof-of-concept development under senior guidance.
• Research emerging threats and reverse engineering techniques.
• Collaborate with engineers and security analysts to support mission objectives.
• Document findings and prepare technical reports for diverse audiences.
• Mentor junior team members through knowledge sharing.

Skills

Reverse engineering

Vulnerability research

Assembly language

C/C++

Network protocols

Security concepts

Debugging tools

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

Job description

KBR is seeking a Reverse Engineer to support reverse engineering and vulnerability research across hardware, firmware, software, and networked systems. You will execute technical tasks with disciplined analysis, collaborating within a team and contributing to vulnerability discovery, tool development, and reporting.

The role emphasizes strong technical execution, ongoing learning across mission‑relevant domains, and the ability to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical