Hardware Or PCB Design Engineer Jobs in Linthicum Heights,MD,US

Hardware / PCB Design Engineer (Mid & Senior Levels)

Location:

Linthicum Heights, MD (Onsite)

Security Clearance:

Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph (Required) Overview Seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented engineer to design and debug advanced cryptographic hardware systems. This role involves full ownership of the hardware design lifecycle, from initial architecture through high-layer PCB layout and final lab integration.

Core Qualifications EDA Expertise:

Proficiency in

Cadence Allegro and OrCAD High-Speed Design:

Experience with LVDS and high-speed signaling (up to 10 Gbps)

Design Complexity:

Strong knowledge of 16+ layer HDI designs and IPC Class 3 standards

Full Lifecycle Ownership:

Experience with component selection, schematic capture, vendor coordination, and system integration/testing

Documentation:

Ability to create detailed and accurate technical design documentation Highly Desirable Experience Experience with NSA Type 1 cryptographic systems and certification processes Knowledge of secure design principles, including TEMPEST and

RED/BLACK

separation Familiarity with FPGA development (Xilinx Vivado), Python scripting, or Git-based workflows

Education & Experience Requirements Mid-Level:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering + 7 years of relevant experience OR 12 years of relevant experience without a degree

Senior-Level:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering + 12 years of relevant experience OR 17 years of relevant experience without a degree Additional Requirements 7+ years of PCB design experience 7+ years of hardware engineering experience Ability to work onsite

Benefits & Work Environment Retirement:

6% employer 401(k) contribution + 9% profit sharing

Time Off:

25 days

PTO + 11

federal holidays

Flexibility:

Flexible work schedule and comp time policy

Healthcare:

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage