As part of a small, multidisciplinary team , you will contribute to the development of next-generation communications technology through design reviews, trade studies, and hands-on hardware testing . Job Overview: Our client is seeking a highly motivated Hardware Engineer to design, implement, integrate, and test digital and RF systems , focusing on communication devices .
Numbers & Facts
Location
Warrentom, VA
Salary
$125,000–$150,000 Per Year
Description
Job Overview: Our client is seeking a highly motivated Hardware Engineer to design, implement, integrate, and test digital and RF systems, focusing on communication devices. As part of a small, multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the development of next-generation communications technology through design reviews, trade studies, and hands-on hardware testing. Key Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and review PCBs for RF communications systems, including RF and power distribution.
Conduct testing and validation to ensure hardware reliability and performance.
Analyze schematic diagrams for custom and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware.
Develop and maintain requirements documents, functional specifications, interface control documents, and engineering wiring diagrams.
Create and execute project test plans, supporting both lab and field testing.
Collaborate with electrical, systems, software, and signal processing engineers to implement cutting-edge solutions.
Provide technical expertise on hardware solutions, methodologies, and best practices.
Support customer integration and troubleshooting efforts.
Interface with PCB vendors to communicate requirements and feedback.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience working with standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, etc.).
RF design experience for receivers and transmitters.
Proficiency in RF cascade analysis, balancing gain, noise figure, and linearity in system design.
Strong knowledge of RF theory and practical application in real-world problem-solving.
Understanding of analog data converters (ADCs/DACs) and their interfacing with RF front-end systems.
Experience with Linux for testing and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with PCB circuits, including power and control signals.
Working knowledge of CAD software (preferred but not required).
Ability to independently identify hardware components for project requirements and assist in procurement.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in hardware engineering.
Active SECRET Security Clearance (required).
Preferred Skills:
Expertise in RF Engineering.
Experience designing PCBs for communication systems.
Familiarity with COTS electronic hardware solutions.