Jason Dickens
About Jason Dickens
Jason Dickens is a Senior Scientist II at GrammaTech, where he has worked since 2014, focusing on hardware assurance and platform security. He has extensive experience in engineering, having held various roles in companies such as Motorola and InfiMed, and has a strong interest in pure mathematics.
Work at GrammaTech
Jason Dickens has been employed at GrammaTech since 2014, serving as a Senior Scientist II. In this role, he focuses on hardware assurance and platform security. He leads government-funded research projects that are aimed at enhancing platform security. His work involves significant expertise in FPGA reverse engineering and Trojan detection in digital designs. Dickens has also been involved in Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) initiatives, contributing to research proposal writing and execution.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining GrammaTech, Jason Dickens held several positions in various organizations. He worked as a Consultant at Oxford International from 2006 to 2007. Prior to that, he was an Electrical Engineer at Motorola from 1995 to 2001. He also served as a Principal Hardware Engineer at InfiMed from 2007 to 2009 and as a Research Engineer at Corning Incorporated for 11 months in 2001. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Missouri-Rolla from 1994 to 1995.
Education and Expertise
Jason Dickens has a solid educational background in engineering. He studied at Missouri University of Science and Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from 1989 to 1992 and completed graduate work in Electrical Engineering/Computer Architecture from 1993 to 1995. He also holds an Associate of Science degree in Engineering from Jefferson College, which he achieved from 1988 to 1989. His academic focus has contributed to his expertise in hardware assurance and platform security.
Research Interests
Jason Dickens has a strong interest in pure mathematics, particularly in discrete mathematics. This interest complements his professional focus on hardware assurance and platform security. His involvement in government-funded research projects reflects his commitment to advancing knowledge and practices in these areas. Additionally, his expertise in FPGA reverse engineering and Trojan detection in digital designs showcases his technical skills and research capabilities.