RF Systems Reverse Engineer – Signal Processing Specialist

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

A research and engineering laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks a Reverse Engineer for RF Systems. In this critical role, you will reverse engineer software and hardware within wireless systems, develop innovative signal processing prototypes, and collaborate with teams to enhance communication methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's in a relevant field, along with at least three years of programming experience and capabilities to engage in technical presentations. The position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment promoting creative solutions.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with embedded systems programming.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to acquire Secret and TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineer software and hardware for wireless behavior understanding.
• Develop and operationalize prototypes of signal processing approaches.
• Modify device firmware and software for communication.

Skills

Assembly language programming

C programming

C++ programming

Digital signal processing

Protocol reverse engineering

Communication systems

Presenting ideas

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related degree

Master's or Ph.D. (preferred)

Tools

VHDL

Verilog

Job description

A research and engineering laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks a Reverse Engineer for RF Systems. In this critical role, you will reverse engineer software and hardware within wireless systems, develop innovative signal processing prototypes, and collaborate with teams to enhance communication methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's in a relevant field, along with at least three years of programming experience and capabilities to engage in technical presentations. The position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment promoting creative solutions.