Hardware Engineer

SA Photonics, a CACI Company; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the defense and space manufacturing industry as a Hardware Engineer. You will support advanced Space Force missions by developing large aperture antenna systems, engaging in full lifecycle projects from design to deployment. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and significant experience in hardware engineering, with a focus on collaboration and communication.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement support

Education support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hardware engineering experience.
• Knowledge of analog/digital circuits and debugging tools.
• Must hold or be able to obtain Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain system diagrams and technical documentation.
• Test and debug hardware prototypes.
• Prepare contract data deliverables.

Skills

Schematic Design

PCB Design

Technical Documentation

Signal Integrity

EMC/EMI

Debugging Tools

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or related engineering field

Tools

CAD tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad)

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Job Details

• Category: Engineering
• Time Type: Full time
• Clearance: Top Secret
• Employee Type: Regular
• Travel: Up to 25% within the Continental US

The Opportunity

SA Photonics, a CACI company, is seeking a Hardware Engineer to support advanced Space Force missions through development of large aperture antenna systems and associated hardware. The role involves full lifecycle involvement from design to deployment, focusing on SIGINT support systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain system diagrams, wiring diagrams, power and RF budgets, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Test and debug hardware prototypes, develop design reviews, and support system installations and acceptance testing.
• Prepare contract data deliverables as required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5+ years of hardware engineering experience, with skills in schematics, PCB design, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of analog/digital circuits, signal integrity, EMC/EMI, and experience with debugging tools.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in teams.
• Must hold or be able to obtain Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.

Desired:

• Master's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, especially in defense projects.
• Experience with thermal/mechanical design, regulatory standards, rapid prototyping, and signal processing.
• Leadership or mentorship experience.

What You Can Expect

At CACI, we foster a culture of integrity, trust, and continuous growth, supporting our employees with flexible benefits and opportunities to advance your career while contributing to national security.

Compensation

Salary range: $78,700 - $165,300, influenced by location, experience, and skills. We offer comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement, and education support.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce.