Firmware Engineer

IERUS Technologies Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 73,100 - 121,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Firmware Engineer to design and test electronic systems. Candidates should possess at least 2 years of experience in circuit design, PCB layout, and hold a degree in related fields. The role offers a competitive salary range of $73,100 to $121,800 annually and requires U.S. citizenship with a security clearance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in system architecture, circuit design, and PCB layout for analog, digital, or mixed-signal applications.
• Experience with PCB layout software such as Altium, Mentor Graphics, Allegro, or KiCad.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active Secret Security Clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

• Design, manufacture, and test electronic hardware for RADAR and high-speed applications.
• Develop and maintain electronic system requirements according to customer demands.
• Conduct technical analysis to verify designs meet performance specifications.

Skills

Circuit design

PCB layout

Troubleshooting electronic systems

Analog and digital electronics

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics

Tools

Altium

Mentor Graphics

LTSpice

Xilinx Vivado

Ansys

Job description

Job Description

IERUS Technologies is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join a diverse and flexible team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience developing system architecture, circuit design, component selection, and PCB layout for analog, digital, or mixed‑signal applications.

Position Responsibilities

• Design, manufacture, and test electronic hardware and/or firmware for RADAR, high‑power, and high‑speed applications;
• Develop circuit board designs for engineering and operational systems;
• Develop, document, and maintain electronic and electrical system requirements according to customer desires and contract requirements;
• Develop technical performance specifications;
• Conduct technical analysis to verify designs meet performance specifications and compatibility;
• Develop test plans and procedures and support the execution of test events;
• Support the execution of various methods of testing and analysis to support design and production and to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements;
• Conduct formal trade studies and literature research to support future product designs; and
• Develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics;
• 2+ years of experience developing system architecture, circuit design, component selection, and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layout for analog, digital, or mixed‑signal applications;
• Experience with PCB layout software such as Altium, Mentor Graphics, Allegro, or KiCad, Ansys, HFSS, LTSpice, Xilinx Vivado/Intel Quartus;
• Experience testing and troubleshooting electronic systems;
• Experience with digital, analog, power, and Radio Frequency (RF) electronics;
• Must be a U.S. Citizen;
• Active Secret Security Clearance or higher.

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Knowledge of PCB design and manufacturing processes;
• Knowledge of antennas, wave guides, gimbals, filters, complex electronics, RF signal processing, RF amplifiers, RF transceivers, Intermediate Frequency Processing, and/or Serial Rapid Input/Output (SRIO);
• Knowledge of digital and RF test equipment including signal generators, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes;
• Experience in one or more of these focused areas: analog/digital circuits, gimbal design/control, power supply and distribution, firmware/Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), LabView, control systems, RF theory, electromagnetic compatibility;
• Experience with MATLAB;
• Familiarity with IPC electronic fabrication and assembly standards.

Location

Huntsville, AL

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing

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Annual salary: $73,100 – $121,800.

IERUS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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