Electronics Hardware Engineer II

Packet Digital; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Packet Digital is seeking an Electronics Hardware Engineer II to support the development of advanced electronics for unmanned systems, including drones, satellites, and terrestrial applications. This role offers opportunities to work throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design to validation and production, while contributing to innovative aerospace and autonomous technologies.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop hardware requirements, create schematics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of hands-on experience with microcontroller designs, CAN/USB/serial, and schematic/PCB design.
• Experience with thermal analysis, precision analog measurements, and test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies).

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware requirements based on customer and project needs
• Research, design, simulate, and validate electronic circuits and system architectures
• Create schematics and PCB layouts
• Support product development, testing, troubleshooting, and production activities
• Document BOMs, ECOs, and engineering changes
• Participate in design reviews and continuous process improvements
• Maintain engineering databases, components, and lab organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support customer needs
• Travel approximately 10-20%, including occasional overnight trips
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Microcontroller-based designs

CAN, USB, and serial communications

Schematic capture and PCB design

Thermal analysis

Precision analog measurements

Electronic test equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Power supplies

Job description

Electronics Hardware Engineer II

Department: Engineering
Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

Packet Digital is seeking an ElectronicsHardware Engineer II to support the development of advanced electronics for unmanned systems, including drones, satellites, and terrestrial applications. This role offers opportunities to work throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design to validation and production, while contributing to innovative aerospace and autonomous technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware requirements based on customer and project needs
• Research, design, simulate, and validate electronic circuits and system architectures
• Create schematics and PCB layouts
• Support product development, testing, troubleshooting, and production activities
• Document BOMs, ECOs, and engineering changes
• Participate in design reviews and continuous process improvements
• Maintain engineering databases, components, and lab organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support customer needs
• Travel approximately 10-20%, including occasional overnight trips
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years of experience with:
  • Microcontroller-based designs
  • CAN, USB, and serial communications
  • Schematic capture and PCB design
  • Thermal analysis and mitigation strategies
  • Precision analog measurements
  • Electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and power supplies
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Lithium battery and battery management experience
• Solar power applications
• DC/DC converter design
• High-current PCB design (>50A)
• Space or aerospace hardware experience
• Low-power design expertise
• SPICE simulation experience

Export Control Requirements (ITAR)

This position may require access to technology or technical data subject to U.S. export control regulations, including ITAR. Applicants must be authorized to access such information in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Packet Digital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.