Senior Technical Solutions Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED

We are seeking a high-performing SIGINT Protocol Analytic Developer to join our team in driving critical signal discovery and analytic tradecraft. In this mission-essential role, you will apply deep domain expertise across SIGINT sub-disciplines—including COMINT (Communication Externals/COMEXT), ELINT, and Network/Protocol analysis—to process, decode, and evaluate complex RF and modern communication technologies. Utilizing specialized analysis tools such as SEDB, THRESHER, and Wireshark, you will analyze collection and tasking flows, uncover hidden signal targets, and develop automated tradecraft solutions. Collaborating closely with external mission partners, you will bridge signal processing, data discovery, and analytic engineering to keep our national cyber capabilities ahead of evolving adversary communications.

The annual base salary range for this role is $184,000-$218,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

, Required Skills

SIGINT Sub-discipline Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in COMINT (specifically COMEXT), ELINT, and network/protocol analysis.

• RF Modern Communications: Deep technical familiarity with modern radio frequency (RF) concepts, digital signal characteristics, and emerging communications technologies.

• Discovery Tradecraft Tasking Flows: Proven ability to execute discovery missions, analyze collection and tasking flows, and map signal environments using targeted analytic methodologies.

• Specialized Analysis Tooling: Operational proficiency with IC and industry software tools, including SEDB, THRESHER, and Wireshark for packet and protocol inspection.

• Analytic Tradecraft Development: Strong track record in analytic tradecraft development—translating signal signatures into reproducible, automated analytical models.

• Cross-Agency Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills and experience driving mission success across multi-organization, multi-agency partner environments.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, or a related technical discipline, PLUS 2+ years of professional experience in signals analysis OR  Associate’s Degree in a technical field PLUS 4+ years of relevant experience (inclusive of relevant military training/degree programs like MCSAP, MESAP, or MOSAP) OR  High School Diploma / GED PLUS 6+ years of hands-on signals analysis and TechELINT experience.

, Desired Skills

Scripting Tool Automation: Experience using Python or C/C++ to automate signal processing routines, parse custom protocol headers, or interface with SEDB/THRESHER datastores.

Network Traffic Analysis: Advanced packet-level inspection capabilities, including deep-packet inspection (DPI) and custom dissector creation.

Dataflow Architecture Knowledge: Familiarity with IC-standard signal ingestion, routing, and processing frameworks.

, About Nyla Technology Solutions

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.

If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team, 

Taking Care of All of You

Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle. 

The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule. 

PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!

LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave!

SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks!

WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS? Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place.

To learn more about Nyla's culture and our exceptional benefit packages click here.

Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.