Hardware Engineer
Core
Senior hardware engineer leading the design, integration, testing, and sustainment of complex enterprise hardware and network infrastructure for mission-critical operations.
Role type
Senior IC hardware engineer (infrastructure)
Builds
Enterprise hardware systems, data center infrastructure, and network environments
Domain
Defense/Intelligence Community, Hardware Infrastructure
Required skills
Hardware architecture, compute/storage/server expertise, site surveying, engineering documentation, failure analysis, hardware modernization, obsolescence management, distributed site support, technical leadership, mentoring
Preferred skills
Security clearance handling, polygraph participation, DOD 8570 certification
Technologies
Hardware, Network Security, Mobile
Responsibilities
Engineer, integrate, configure, test, deploy, and sustain enterprise hardware for mission-critical operations. Conduct site surveys and assess physical infrastructure, connectivity, environmental conditions, and site-specific needs. Create and maintain engineering drawings, network diagrams, technical specifications, and as-built site documentation. Assess compute, storage, server, network, and data center hardware for performance, reliability, security, and mission suitability. Lead hardware integration, modernization, technology refresh, deployment, and transition work. Conduct hardware testing, failure analysis, MTBF/MTTR analysis, and operational readiness assessments. Support data center and site infrastructure work, including equipment installation, rack configuration, cabling, power, and environmental needs. Manage hardware through its lifecycle, including evaluation, configuration, maintenance, refresh, replacement, and disposition. Provide senior technical guidance and Tier 3 troubleshooting for complex hardware issues. Direct and coordinate hardware engineers' technical work. Train and mentor engineers, technicians, and site personnel. Act as the senior technical authority for hardware projects from assessment through sustainment.
