Principal Reverse Systems Engineer

Position Overview

Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace presents an exciting opportunity at Applied Signal Technology (AST). AST is seeking a Principal Reverse Systems Engineer who is passionate about strengthening our nation’s security. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic, highly collaborative team that develops tactical SIGINT solutions including high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing, and wireless communications. This is an ONSITE position at our Anaheim Hills, CA location. An active and transferable U.S. government issued Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support multiple programs by collaborating with experienced R&D teams on system development and deployments for national security.
• Generate briefings and present material to team members, customers, and AST management as needed.
• Travel up to 25% as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of practical experience in systems architecture and systems engineering.
• Proven experience working with customers, end users, hardware design teams, and software design teams.
• Experience in reverse engineering of embedded systems.
• Background in signal processing to develop proof-of-concept (PoC) use case scenarios and prototypes.
• Skilled in developing system-level designs along with high level control and data interfaces.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Active and transferable Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) U.S. government security clearance is required prior to start, with the ability to obtain a polygraph after start.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science (MS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Experience with RF, optical, and/or electrical telecommunications standards and processing techniques.
• Proven experience in the Design, Development, Integration, and Test of Open Systems Architectures.
• Experience in developing proof-of-concept (PoC) use case scenarios to create novel waveforms.
• Ability to formalize, develop, and document requirements, plans, and procedures from customer interactions and statements of work.
• Solid understanding of telecommunications systems concepts and signal processing fundamentals.
• Existing Top-Secret SCI with Polygraph (active within the last 24 months) is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Salary range of 112,000 USD - 224,000 USD
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and additional retirement contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages: pet, home, auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption & parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
• Adoption Assistance and Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling sessions
• Wellness rewards program and Doctor on Demand virtual visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
• Eligible for relocation and more!