Design Engineer III (contract-to-hire)

Inter-Coastal Electronics; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 76,594 - 116,296; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense electronics company in Mesa is seeking a Lead Project Design Engineer to develop and test electrical systems and firmware for military platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in electrical engineering, a strong background in hardware and software development, and the ability to obtain Security Clearance. This full-time in-office role offers competitive compensation between $55.60 and $84.42 per hour.

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in electrical/computer engineering.
• Strong background in hardware and software development required.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests electrical systems and products.
• Architect, design, develop, and maintain electrical hardware.
• Support environmental and qualification testing.

Skills

RF design and debug

Digital communication protocols

Team collaboration

Circuit design

Altium Designer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Associates degree and 8+ years electronic design experience

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

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Designs hardware specializing in integration with military platforms using digital, analog, and RF circuit designs that interface, collect and process data providing feedback with existing hardware. Research and designs circuit requirements. Position performs engineering design evaluations as lead project design engineer. Occasional travel may be required. Ability to obtain Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests electrical systems, products, printed circuit boards and firmware.
• Architect, design, develop, debug, deploy, and maintain electrical and electronic hardware for new and existing ICE products.
• Develops circuit/system requirements and technologies to meet them.
• Designs, develops, tests, modifies, installs, and updates firmware.
• Knowledge of software development models and project management techniques.
• Evaluates system, electronic designs, equipment, and techniques and makes recommendations for design improvements.
• RF design and debug experience are strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of digital communication hardware and protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, IrDA, USB, Wi‑Fi, RFID, TCP/IP, MIL‑STD‑1553).
• Design to meet EM/EMC and environmental requirements.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and activities.
• Encryption hardware experience a plus.
• Extensive experience with Altium Designer required.
• Support environmental and qualification testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Problem Solving and Discretion/Latitude

• Complete understanding and wide application of technical aspects of the position.
• Prepares for and participates in peer design reviews regarding all aspects of the project.
• Determine and develop approach to technical challenges.
• Support trade‑off decisions between electrical and mechanical restrictions to support system requirements.
• Ensure electrical designs meet safety, reliability and airworthiness/certification requirements.

Knowledge/Requirements

• 6+ years’ experience in electrical/computer engineering.
• Associates degree and 8+ years electronic design experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong background in hardware (e.g. CCA design) and software (e.g. C) development required.
• Experience developing high performance embedded designs for RF signal processing applications required.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-time In-OfficeCompensation: $55.60 - $84.42 per hour

Inter-Coastal Electronics, LLC shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Inter‑coastal Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

VEVRAA/Sec. 503 Federal Contractor

Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Women/Minorities