Hardware Reverse Engineering Intern - Summer (May 2026)

Join CACI as a Hardware Reverse Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 to perform hardware reverse engineering and vulnerability research on-site in Sterling, VA.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Apply reverse engineering principles to hardware through teardown and inspection
• Use a logic analyzer to assess hardware characteristics
• Use various programmers and debugging tools to extract data from hardware
• Configure RF characteristics on Commercial-Off-the-Shelf Radios to record signals
• Learn to demodulate and process RF signals
• Document reverse engineering methodologies, procedures, and results for customer presentations and internal reviews
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders and customers
• Work independently and as part of a team to support the exploitation mission

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering/Signal Processing, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future
• Ability to obtain and maintain required clearance
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++
• Experience with software-development tools and version-control systems (e.g., Git)
• PCB design and/or PCB population experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Desired: Digital signal processing experience, previous internship/co-op experience, minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $45,900 - $91,900, influenced by location, experience, skills, education, and certifications
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off
• Flexible time off benefit
• Competitive compensation and learning and development opportunities

Training & Development

Access to robust learning resources and opportunities to develop new skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Career Progression

Opportunity to advance in a high-performing team dedicated to national cybersecurity missions and continuous growth.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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