Digital Hardware Engineer IV

Frontgrade Technologies; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Match

9X80 compressed schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies seeks a Digital Engineer IV to lead mid-to-high complexity hardware design projects and drive successful integration with software and firmware teams. You will own design clarity, documentation, and cross‑functional execution in mission-critical environments.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent, with substantial hardware experience, FPGA/ASIC insights, and demonstrated mentoring and leadership in design reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 12 years experience in lieu is required.
• Eight+ years in a specialized discipline; alternatives with higher degrees exist.
• Preferred FPGA/processor design experience and tool proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital hardware development from concept to production release.
• Act as the technical design authority for complex product development.
• Identify and resolve hardware issues during development and post-production.
• Collaborate with software/firmware/manufacturing teams to integrate hardware and software.
• Create detailed design and testing documentation.
• Optimize designs for performance, reliability, and cost.
• Mentor engineers across multiple experience levels.
• Lead Design Reviews

Skills

Hardware design leadership

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Verification & qualification

Team mentoring

Design reviews

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical design authority

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

12 years experience in lieu of degree

Masters degree in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

Siemens DXDesigner

Altium Designer

Hyperlynx SI/PI

AMD FPGA

Lattice FPGA

Job description

Job Description

The Digital Engineer IV leads moderate complexity design projects, defines basic concepts for engineering problems. They also lead internal and external technical moderate complexity projects, measure and adapt project scope, and implement action plans to improve project performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital hardware development from concept, architecture, schematic capture, PCB layout, verification, qualification, production release, and sustaining engineering.
• Act as the technical design authority for complex product development projects.
• Identify and resolve complex hardware issues during development and post-production.
• Work with software teams, firmware teams, manufacturing teams, and other engineers to integrate hardware and software solutions.
• Create detailed documentation for designs, testing procedures, and other relevant information.
• Optimize designs for performance, reliability, and cost.
• Mentor engineers across multiple experience levels.
• Lead Design Reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. OR (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.

Preferred

• Design experience with ARM or Intel based microprocessors.
• Design with AMD And/Or Lattice FPGA's
• Proficiency in schematic capture with Siemens DXDesigner or Altium Designer
• Experience with the design, constraint and integration of high-speed interfaces. (e.g., PCIe Gen 3/4, 10 GbE, 40 GbE, 100 GbE, DDR4).
• High current/low voltage switching power supply experience
• Experience collaborating with embedded software and firmware engineers to ensure seamless product verification and successful integration of hardware with FPGA and software functionality.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience with Hyperlynx SI/PI
• Experience in Rad hard or high reliability design

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other Benefits Include

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave