Reverse Engineer

KBR
Dayton, OH
Title:
Reverse Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?
  • Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
KBR is seeking a Reverse Engineer to support reverse engineering and vulnerability research efforts across hardware, firmware, software, and networked systems. In this role, you will focus on strong technical execution, disciplined analysis, and effective collaboration within a team environment. The Reverse Engineer contributes to vulnerability discovery, tool development, and technical reporting while continuing to deepen technical proficiency and expand experience across mission‑relevant domains.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform full‑scope reverse engineering of hardware, firmware, software, and network protocols
  • Analyze system components, architectures, and interactions to understand functionality and security posture
  • Identify and assess security vulnerabilities, potential attack vectors, and areas for improvement
  • Develop tools and scripts to automate and enhance reverse engineering workflows
  • Support vulnerability research and proof‑of‑concept development efforts under senior technical guidance
  • Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and reverse engineering techniques
  • Collaborate with reverse engineers, software engineers, and security analysts to support mission objectives
  • Document findings and prepare technical reports and briefings for technical and non‑technical audiences
  • Mentor junior team members through knowledge sharing and technical collaboration
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • 4-9 years of experience in reverse engineering, vulnerability research, or related security disciplines
  • Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and software development principles
  • Proficiency in assembly language, C/C++, Python, or other relevant programming languages
  • Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja
  • Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques
  • Knowledge of network protocols, cryptography, and security vulnerabilities
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with hardware reverse engineering, firmware analysis, or embedded systems
  • Experience with vulnerability research or exploit development
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively
Basic Compensation: $99,200 - $130,000 (For Beavercreek, OH Only)
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Posted 2026-04-12

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