Embedded Systems Reverse Engineer - Secret
Company websiteparsons.com (Parsons, opens in new tab)
Base salary $103,500 to $181,100
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Huntsville, AL
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- LocationHuntsville, AL
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Embedded Systems Reverse Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will provide customer support within an experienced technical team while analyzing embedded software, firmware, and electronic hardware. You will help characterize complex systems, solve challenging technical problems, and deliver solutions that support critical customer missions.
What You'll Be Doing:
Analyzing embedded systems software, firmware, and hardware to characterize complex systems and determine their functionality.
Working directly with customers and technical team members to understand mission requirements and develop effective solutions.
Reverse engineering embedded systems and solving challenging technical problems through creative, methodical analysis.
Using hardware and software analysis techniques to identify system behavior, interfaces, and functionality.
Drafting clear, accurate technical reports describing system characteristics, including hardware, firmware, software, and communications functionality.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and independently executing assigned technical tasks as required.
Required Clearance:
Must be a U.S citizen.
Candidate must have an active Secret Clearance and be willing and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, and at least 5+ years of relevant experience.
Experience with or understanding of embedded processor assembly languages, such as ARM and TI DSP assembly.
Experience with reverse engineering and binary analysis tools, such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, radare2, and Binary Ninja.
Understanding of serial data protocols, including SPI, I2C, UART, and related embedded communications interfaces.
Experience analyzing or designing digital circuits.
Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and independently when required.
Motivated self-starter with the ability to manage priorities and deliver high-quality results.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to customers and team members.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Experience with or understanding of embedded operating systems and real-time operating systems.
Experience performing embedded systems analysis, including hardware, firmware, software, and interface characterization.
Working knowledge of high-level programming languages, such as C, C++, and Python.
Experience analyzing or designing analog circuits.
Experience using JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other electronic test equipment.
Virtualization and emulation experience using tools such as QEMU and Renode.
FPGA development experience.
Experience managing or leading technical teams and coordinating technical tasks across multiple contributors.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Source: Parsons on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Embedded Systems Reverse Engineer - Secret (this listing) | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Construction Surveillance Technician - CST | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Principal Process Engineer | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Deputy Program Manager | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Workflow Support Specialist | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Scheduler | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Security Cooperation Manager | $103,500 - $181,100 |
Observed changes
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- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-16
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Location as the employer wrote it: US - AL, Huntsville
Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
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