Cyber Emulation Engineer Co-Op

STR is hiring aCyber Emulation Engineer Co-Op who will work as part of project teams with mentorship from experienced staff starting July 1st 2026. Co-Ops will also collaborate with technical experts to solve problems related toemulation reverse engineering binary analysis software development vulnerability research and cyber defense. Additional duties will include providing support on all phases of projects problem design solution discovery development of prototype algorithms and systems in software and/or hardware experimentation and data analysis and system implementation/integration for test and fielded systems.

Our employees are the reason for STRs continued success. Youll be paired with a mentor and have the opportunity to work on projects with our staff that involve solving hard problems that enhance our nations security.

Have you emulated GBA or other games on your computer and want to learn how emulation works and how it can be applied to vulnerability research Are you someone who is motivated and excited by having the opportunity to learn and grow your skill set Do you want to join forces with other researchers scientists and engineers in your field of study and apply your knowledge and skills working on projects that solve real problems If you answered yes to any of these questions then apply to our Co-Op role today!

Basic Requirements:

• Strong academic record and interest in system emulation virtualization or other security-related topics
• Hands on experience with or coursework in systems programming and the ability to read and write assembly
• Proficiency in Python for software development
• Background/experience in one of the following areas: emulation reverse engineering binary analysis software development vulnerability research and cyber defense.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with debugging and dynamic analysis of software/firmware
• Knowledge of additional programming languages: C C non-x86 assembly
• Hands-on experience with or coursework in QEMU virtualization or reverse engineering tools

Education:

• Enrollment in a BS MS or PhD degree program in Cybersecurity Computer Science Computer Engineering or related technical discipline

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $52000 - $79000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors such as but not limited to the candidates experience education training key skills/critical skills security clearances and prevailing market and business conditions.

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STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston MA Arlington VA near Dayton OH Melbourne FL and Carlsbad CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense intelligence and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors radar sonar communications and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STRis committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people culture and attitude along with their unique set of skills experiences and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We cant do it alone though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us more info.

STRis an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race color religion sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) marital status national origin age veteran status disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.