Hardware Engineer

Maxtena, Inc.; Ruston, Washington (WA, District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

401K match

Flextime

Coffee, sweets, & much more...

Job summary

Maxtena, Inc. is seeking a Hardware Engineer to advance R&D and support production in satellite and 4G/5G systems. You will design electronic/electromechanical circuits, develop PCBs, prototype and test devices, and collaborate with sales and customers to realize robust products.

Your responsibilities include feasibility studies with simulations, rigorous signal integrity practices, and delivering high-density, SMT RF hardware with attention to DFM and quality.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizens with ability to obtain Secret clearance.
• Engineering degree(s) in electrical field preferred.
• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Experience with hardware design, testing, or production.
• Knowledge of electronics hardware design and development.
• Proficient in Altium Designer for PCB design.
• 7+ years in multi-layer PCB layout, RF and high-density layout.
• Knowledge of signal integrity and EMI practices.
• DFM experience and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design electronic and electromechanical circuits, schematics, PCB packages, and systems for new development and production.
• Prototype and evaluate devices for product development and ongoing production.
• Hardware prototype construction and testing.
• Interface with sales, customers, and other technical staff.
• Perform feasibility studies using simulation tools.

Skills

Security clearance

Electrical engineering

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Creative thinking

High-speed design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

As a Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for advanced research, new product development, and support for existing product manufacturing operations in the primary market segments including; satellite communication, satellite-based navigation systems, 4G and 5G systems, and advanced phased array and beamforming antenna systems.

The position is based in Germantown, MD.

YOUR WORK AT MAXTENA WILL INCLUDE:

• Design of electronic and electromechanical circuits, schematics, PCB fabrication packages, and systems to support new product development and ongoing production
• Prototype and evaluate electronic and electromechanical devices for new product development and ongoing production
• Hardware prototype construction and testing
• Interface with sales, customers, and other technical staff
• Perform feasibility studies by leveraging simulation tools

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• S. in Electrical Engineering, MSEE or PhD preferred
• 5+ years of industry experience
• Experience working with hardware/electrical equipment design, testing, or production
• Knowledge of electronics engineering and the design and development of electronic hardware
• Demonstrated experience working with PCB design tools such as Altium Designer
• 7+ years of experience with multi-layer PCB layout, including prototyping, SMT, RF, mixed-signal design, high-speed digital design, and high-density layout
• Demonstrated knowledge in signal integrity, RF microstrip impedance basics, and low EMI practices
• Demonstrated experience with DFM
• Demonstrated experience in working with teams
• Exceptionally detail-oriented
• Creative with exceptional problem-solving skills

PERKS OF WORKING AT MAXTENA:

• Developing innovative, meaningful products from scratch
• A dynamic, innovative, and productive workplace
• Cutting-edge technology & high-tech lab
• Continuous career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K match
• Flextime
• Coffee, sweets, & much more...

Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.