Hardware Engineer

Job Summary:

• On-site Hardware Engineer position (local applicants only)
• Security clearance required (active preferred; interim acceptable to start)
• Focus on mixed-signal board design, FPGA/SoC systems, and hardware testing
• Support and develop spaceflight electrical subsystems (laser communication hardware)
• Design, develop, and test hardware systems including PCBs, processors, and peripherals
• Perform schematic capture, PCB layout, and board bring-up
• Lead and support integration and testing of spaceflight hardware
• Debug complex electrical issues with cross-functional engineering teams (HDL, firmware, mechanical, optical)
• Develop and document test procedures; validate hardware prototypes
• Operate lab equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, PSU)
• Utilize industry-standard EDA tools (Altium, OrCAD, Cadence Allegro)
• Work closely with Mechanical and RF teams for system integration

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in hardware design, especially mixed-signal systems
• Strong background in FPGA/SoC systems, high-speed interfaces, clocking, and power design
• Proficient in PCB schematic capture and layout
• Hands-on experience with lab testing tools
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Programming experience (Python, C, C++, Bash)
• Embedded Linux experience
• Background in aerospace, space, or defense hardware development