CareerPlan

Senior Digital Hardware Engineer

USAFull-time$114k–$154k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
Based in United States

Core

Lead electrical hardware development for mission-critical defense systems, guiding designs from concept through prototyping and production.

Role type

Senior IC digital hardware engineer

Builds

Defense system hardware components

Domain

Defense / Electrical Engineering

Required skills

circuit design, simulation tools, power consumption evaluation, thermal performance analysis, product development process, third-party hardware evaluation, block diagram creation, schematic design, PCB layout coordination, supply chain coordination, prototyping, factory testing, technical mentorship

Preferred skills

advanced PCB design and layout, mechanical design knowledge, prototyping and factory assembly processes, project leadership

Technologies

Hardware Support Network

Responsibilities

Lead circuit design and evaluate third-party hardware for defense systems. Translate product needs into detailed hardware specifications. Develop electrical designs from block diagrams to detailed schematics. Partner with mechanical and software engineers for integrated designs. Coordinate with PCB layout specialists for manufacturable products. Report program status and share progress in release manager meetings. Coordinate with Supply Chain on material acquisition and factory testing. Mentor junior hardware team members.