Hardware Reverse Engineer, Senior
Listed on 2026-01-04
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer
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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 OpportunityCome 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
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,…
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