Cyber Engineer

Group Overview

Electromagnetic and Cyber Group (EM&C) is responsible for developing flexible and survivable advanced electronic warfare and secure communications equipment while providing the industry's leading signals intelligence, electronic warfare, and cyber experts.  Metrea specializes in signal classification, direction finding, advanced geolocation techniques, and waveform development including waveforms for MANET and LPI/LPD applications. Metrea also develops special purpose radios for government customers and licenses DF and geolocation solutions to multiple OEMs.

Position Summary

In this role, you will design and deliver software for distributed, edge-based systems that process network and wireless data in real time. You will work across edge devices and backend services to build reliable, scalable capabilities that operate in dynamic environments.

You will be successful if you can take ownership of technical problems, develop practical solutions with minimal direction, and deliver production-quality code that performs under real-world constraints.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement software for real-time data ingestion, processing, and control
• Build modular services across edge and backend environments
• Develop APIs and data pipelines to support analysis and automation
• Integrate with network stacks, wireless tooling, and external data sources
• Implement automation frameworks, including rule-based workflows and triggers
• Deploy and optimize software on Linux-based systems under constrained resources
• Troubleshoot system-level, networking, and performance issues
• Prototype and iterate capabilities based on evolving requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware and field systems

What You Bring

• Proficiency in Rust, Python, and Bash
• Experience in red teaming, penetration testing, or security-focused engineering
• Experience building backend, systems, or distributed software
• Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, sockets, packet-level behavior)
• Proficiency in Linux environments (services, processes, debugging)
• Ability to work independently and deliver from loosely defined requirements
• 1 to 3 years in this field or equivalent education.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Dental and vision coverage
• 6% employer 401(k) match
• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents
• Generous PTO
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term and Short-term disability coverage
• AD&D Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub  

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• This position requires eligibility to obtain a Top Secret / TS/SCI clearance. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements. Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea Algorithmics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs.

Work Environment

This job operates in an office and field environment. Some assignments may require work in austere, forward-deployed, or operationally dynamic settings.

Travel

Up to 10% travel, CONUS and OCONUS