Hardware/Software Analysis & Design Engineer - Mid to Experienced Level (Maryland)

With the ever-accelerating technological advances and growing system complexity, NSA needs Hardware/Software Engineers to design, develop, construct and evaluate electronic hardware and software processing components. These components are typically subsystems of communication, collection, processing or analysis systems. Hardware/Software Engineers utilize electrical, computer, mechanical, and materials engineering knowledge and skills to design, assemble, test, analyze and reverse engineer electronics hardware in support of the NSA mission.

The National Security Agency (NSA) currently has opportunities for two types of Hardware/Software Engineers positions: Hardware/Software Design Engineers and Hardware/Software Analysis Engineers.

1. HARDWARE/SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEERS are hired into positions supporting a broad range of specialized skills including Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Communications Engineering. Positions will be in an office directly supporting a technical mission.

The responsibilities of a Hardware/Software Design Engineer may include: - Designing, developing, testing, and/or evaluating electronic circuitry, computer or computer-related equipment such as embedded processors and/or FPGAs. - Designing, developing, testing, and/or, evaluate microelectronic components (FPGA, ASICs, PCB, Microcontrollers, etc.), technology and equipment. - Designing, developing, testing and evaluation of programmable hardware devices, digital circuits, and/or embedded systems. - Programming, modifying and/or configuring system firmware that manages the reprogrammable hardware and associated interfaces to provide services to the applications. - Applying software engineering principles to design, develop, test, and evaluate/modify software /firmware applications.

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. For both HARDWARE/SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER and HARDWARE/SOFTWARE ANALYSIS ENGINEER: For engineering degrees, if program is not ABET-EAC accredited, it must include specified coursework.* *Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i), computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) Any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics. ----------- HARDWARE/SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER Degree must be in Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics.

Knowledge, skills, and experience in one or more of the following is desired: - Experience with Agile Software Development. - Experience in one or more of the following programming languages: Rust, C, C++, Python, Java, Java Script, VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, etc. - Experience reverse engineering firmware or software. - Experience in Information Assurance analysis or implementation. - Experience organizing and managing their own projects or the projects of small teams. - Understanding of the basic concepts of cryptography and cryptographic systems. - Understanding of the basics of computer networking and low level protocols. - Familiarity with basic electronic components such as ASICs, PCBs, microcontrollers, FPGAs, etc. - Familiarity with tools related to firmware/software design and development. - Familiarity with electronics debugging equipment such as multi-meters and oscilloscopes. - Experience with application of 2D/3D imaging for hardware analysis. - Experience with embedded or operating system level programming. The ideal candidate has a desire for continual learning along with excellent problem-solving, analytic, and interpersonal skills, who is: - Innovative - Well-organized - Able to handle and prioritize multiple assignments - Able to communicate effectively both orally and written - Able to work effectively across several different functional areas in a collaborative environment.

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Salary Range: $105,262 - $192,764 (Full Performance, Senior) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.

Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).

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The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement.

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