The Transportation Research Center Inc. is seeking to hire a Research Engineer to support research related to cybersecurity vulnerabilities on commonly used wireless and physical interfaces on motor vehicles. The Cybersecurity Research Engineer is responsible for performing and analyzing research across various disciplines, working with engineers to conduct complex engineering testing and analyses, and providing technical reports and presentations to assist in planning and direction. Demonstrated ability working with multiple programming languages is required. ?Experience analyzing binaries with Ghidra or IDA Pro, using Linux at the command line level, and designing/analyzing circuitry is preferred. A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Computer Information Science, Computer Science Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or similar discipline and/or previous experience conducting cybersecurity research is preferred. 
 
Essential Functions* 

• Develop and use of analytical procedures, component and/or full-scale vehicle testing 

• Conduct research relating to a wide variety of motor vehicle safety issues 

• Perform design analyses of motor vehicle safety systems 

• Evaluate technical proposals 

 
*TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job. 
**Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 
 
Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions) 

• Create detailed cost estimates for tasks 

• Establish and maintain task schedules and budgets 

• Write research papers and technical reports 

• Completion of customer support in a timely, error-free and competitive manner 

• Report research and test results in various technical formats 

• Work in a team to reach technical project goals 

• Critically evaluate and correct deficiencies in technical proposals, plans, and reports 

• Make technical decisions with moderate supervision 

• Attend professional society and technical committee meetings 

• Support TRC Inc.’s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts 

 
 
Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in engineering or bachelor's degree and equivalent experience 

• Technical knowledge to solve tough substantive, work-related problems 

• Strong communication skills 

• Proficiency in technical writing 

• Computer skills for scientific and technical applications 

• Skilled in handling multiple projects 

• Proficient in managing projects 

 
Working conditions 

• Standard office, climate-controlled environment 

 
Physical requirements 

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period 

• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment 

• Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers