Forensic Systems Engineer/Scientist – Aerospace, Defense & Telecom (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc.•New York, NY

13d•$140,000 - $154,000•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Forensic Systems Engineer/Scientist for its Computer, Data & Security Sciences Practice in New York, NY. The role involves working on multidisciplinary teams to analyze software and hardware systems and provide scientific and engineering insight to clients in commercial, government, military technology, legal services, and electric utility sectors. Work spans telecommunications networks, aerospace and satellite systems, naval and maritime vessels, and power generation utilities, and includes assessments supporting operational and intellectual property disputes. The position conducts investigative analyses such as source-code reviews, product teardowns, reverse engineering, safety assessments, system design reviews, modeling and simulation, and failure-mode and fault-tree analysis. The engineer/scientist evaluates system design, implementation, maintenance, project lifecycles, engineering changes, and project execution records against relevant standards, requirements, and delivery frameworks. The role also involves communicating findings, preparing technical proposals including Department of Defense proposals, contributing to business development, and pursuing continued technical and business growth. Occasional travel may be required. U.S. citizenship and possession of, or ability to obtain, a DoD security clearance are required for work under U.S. Government contracts.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
Experience in aerospace, defense, telecommunications, or power industries.
Knowledge of software, hardware, and systems development life cycles, including Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, and Hybrid engineering formats.
Familiarity with requirements traceability, verification, and validation.
Understanding of investigative analysis for troubleshooting technical issues and solving technical challenges.
Experience with finite element analysis, numerical analysis, modeling, and/or simulation of devices, systems, or networks.
Experience with at least one common programming language, such as Python, C/C++, Java, or MATLAB.
Hands-on technical laboratory experience in electronics, power systems, robotics, controls, ML/AI, semiconductors, renewable energy, or related fields.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work independently or in multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to gather information and communicate technical conclusions to people in engineering, business, and related industries.
Interest in learning and working with a wide range of devices and systems, including hardware and software elements across consumer and industrial applications.
U.S. citizenship and possession of, or ability to obtain, a DoD security clearance, as required by U.S. Government contracts for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience with government projects, proposals, and contracts.

Responsibilities

Perform technical analyses, including laboratory and/or field investigations, numerical analysis, modeling and simulation, and test design, related to ongoing Exponent work.
Analyze source code, embedded software, and hardware schematics.
Evaluate system design, implementation, and maintenance against industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Analyze project lifecycles, engineering design changes, and systemic project management failures in complex engineering, procurement, and construction contracts.
Evaluate project execution records using Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, and other frameworks to identify delays, scope creep, and systemic delivery failures.
Investigate technology designs through software code reviews, reverse engineering, and product teardowns.
Present technical results and solutions to diverse audiences through verbal, written, and interactive communication.
Prepare technical proposals to capture new business, including proposals for the Department of Defense.
Pursue business development opportunities and contribute to practice growth through technical expertise and professional networks.
Continue professional growth in relevant technical areas and in business skills essential to consulting.