Entry Level PCB Designer

heico; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO

HSA/FSA

401(k)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

9/80 Schedule

Job summary

Lucix Corporation in California (a subsidiary of HEICO) is seeking an Entry Level PCB Designer to translate RF and power design requirements into precise layouts.

You will work with RF and hardware engineers through iterative cycles, ensure impedance control and manufacturability, and generate release-ready fabrication documentation. This role offers growth in a fast-paced defense and commercial aerospace environment and exposure to high-frequency PCB techniques.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, or related field OR equivalent hands-on PCB layout experience
• Experience with PCB layout (internship or project experience acceptable)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplines
• Working knowledge of Multilayer PCB construction, controlled impedance fundamentals, and grounding / return path behavior
• Exposure to high frequency (up to 31 GHz) RF PCB layout
• Experience with PCB design tools (OrCAD preferred)
• Familiarity with BluePrint and ODB++ generation
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-6012, IPC-2221, IPC-7351)

Responsibilities

• Execute multilayer PCB layouts for RF, mixed-signal, and power designs
• Place and route components with consideration for signal integrity, return paths, grounding, and manufacturability
• Implement controlled impedance routing based on defined stackups
• Apply RF layout techniques including isolation, via stitching, and shielding strategies
• Support stackup definition and routing feasibility analysis
• Generate complete, release-ready fabrication and assembly documentation
• Produce ODB++ manufacturing outputs using BluePrint
• Identify and resolve layout issues prior to design release
• Incorporate design review feedback efficiently and accurately
• Work directly with engineers and PCB vendors to ensure designs meet intent and build requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

PCB layout experience

RF/mixed-signal fundamentals

Signal integrity knowledge

Grounding/return path basics

High frequency RF layout exposure

Multilayer PCB construction knowledge

Reading schematics

Cross-disciplinary communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s in Electrical/Electronics/related field

Tools

OrCAD

BluePrint

ODB++ generation

IPC standards knowledge

Job description

Lucix Corporation, a subsidiary of HEICO’s Electronic Technologies Group has steadily evolved to become the world leader in RF Active and Passive Units, Subsystems, and Assemblies, for Commercial, Civil and Defense Satellite Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed, qualified, manufactured, tested, and delivered from Lucix facilities in California, USA.

The Entry Level PCB Designer's role will be responsible for executing PCB designs that meet electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing requirements with a high degree of accuracy and completeness. You will work closely with RF and hardware engineers through iterative design cycles. Success in this role requires strong fundamentals, attention to detail, and ownership of your designs from initial placement through release.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute multilayer PCB layouts for RF, mixed-signal, and power designs
• Place and route components with consideration for signal integrity, return paths, grounding, and manufacturability
• Implement controlled impedance routing based on defined stackups
• Apply RF layout techniques including isolation, via stitching, and shielding strategies
• Support stackup definition and routing feasibility analysis
• Generate complete, release-ready fabrication and assembly documentation
• Produce ODB++ manufacturing outputs using BluePrint
• Identify and resolve layout issues prior to design release
• Incorporate design review feedback efficiently and accurately
• Work directly with engineers and PCB vendors to ensure designs meet intent and build requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• HSA and FSA
• Traditional 401(k) with company match
• Company Sponsored Basic Life Insurance, AD&D and LTD
• Voluntary Coverages (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Supplemental Life Insurance)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• We have a 9/80 workweek that provides employees with every other Friday off

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lucix Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Job Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, or related field OR equivalent hands-on PCB layout experience
• Experience with PCB layout (internship or project experience acceptable)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplines
• Working knowledge of Multilayer PCB construction, controlled impedance fundamentals, and grounding / return path behavior
• Exposure to high frequency (up to 31 GHz) RF PCB layout
• Experience with PCB design tools (OrCAD preferred)
• Familiarity with BluePrint and ODB++ generation
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-6012, IPC-2221, IPC-7351)