Hardware Development Engineer
Core
Design, develop, fabricate, integrate, and test advanced electronic hardware systems and assemblies for undersea warfare and sensor programs.
Role type
Hardware Development Engineer
Builds
Electronic circuit boards, electro-mechanical assemblies, acoustic devices, and sensor systems
Domain
Defense / Undersea Warfare / Sensor Systems
Required skills
Schematic capture, multi-layer PCB layout, hardware testing, embedded software integration, configuration management, root cause analysis, engineering documentation, electro-mechanical systems knowledge, acoustic/sensor technology familiarity, laboratory testing
Preferred skills
Navy/DoD program experience, waterfront/shipboard/at-sea testing exposure, DMEA-accredited fabrication house experience, thermal management, signal integrity, undersea sensor systems specialization
Technologies
PCB design tools, embedded software, COTS software, test equipment, configuration management tools
Responsibilities
Design and document electronic circuit boards and electro-mechanical assemblies; create and maintain engineering drawings and technical data packages; perform schematic capture and prototype development; procure, fabricate, assemble, and integrate hardware systems; conduct functional, integration, and system-level testing; troubleshoot hardware and software issues; integrate embedded software with hardware platforms; prepare engineering and test reports; support field installation and operational testing.
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years required, 6+ years preferred)