Hardware Engineer Senior (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

GCI, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GCI, Inc. in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to support critical mission programs on-site. This role requires TS/SCI clearance with Poly and involves soldering, PCB assembly, mechanical harnessing, and RF cable work in a high-precision environment.

You will collaborate with development teams to ensure DFM/DFA, perform QA inspections, and maintain detailed electronics documentation per IPC standards. A related degree and 5+ years in hardware engineering are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum five years of hardware engineering experience.
• U.S. Citizenship with active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Perform soldering and mechanical assembly of electronics and hardware in a small hardware environment.
• Install and solder components on PCBs following IPC standards and workmanship requirements.
• Assemble harnesses and RF cables; perform PCB rework and repair as needed.
• Inspect PCBs and perform quality checks to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with development team on DFM/DFA feedback and maintain documentation.

Skills

Soldering

PCB assembly

Mechanical assembly

IPC standards

Quality assurance

DFM

Documentation

Electro-mechanical

X-ray inspection

Laboratory equipment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related technical discipline

Tools

SMT machines

PNP machines

Rework equipment

X-ray inspection

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Power supply

Continuity tester

Job description

Hardware Engineer Senior (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

Job Category: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Requisition Number: HARDW002291

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Chantilly

Chantilly, VA, USA

Description

GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry.

At GCI, we solve the hard problems. As a Hardware Engineer, a typical day will include the following duties:

Job Description:

We are looking for a Solder and Mechanical Assembly Technician to perform standard compliant solder and mechanical assembly of electronics and hardware in a small custom hardware development environment. Candidates should be able to install and solder components on PCBs, including surface-mount and through-hole components, following IPC standards, perform hand soldering, and paste reflow soldering. Mechanical experience includes performing electro-mechanical assembly and disassembly, create custom electronic harnesses, and familiarity with RF antenna mechanical and cable assembly. Candidate will perform inspections and quality assurance testing. The ideal candidate will be IPC certified, has strong analytical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills.

Solder and Mechanical Assembly Technician qualifications:

Perform standard compliant solder and mechanical assembly of electronics and hardware in a small custom hardware development environment.

Soldering:

Install and solder components on PCBs, including surface-mount and through-hole components, following IPC standards and workmanship requirements.

Excellent hand soldering skills.

Experience with paste reflow soldering.

Familiarity with BGA/microchip rework machine.

Setting up, operating, and monitoring automated equipment like Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machines, pick-and-place (PNP) machines, and soldering systems.

Ability to perform PCB rework and repair.

Mechanical:

Experience with performing electro-mechanical assembly and disassembly.

Review and assemble products according to assembly drawings, schematics, and work instructions.

Assemble components manually using hand tools and bench mounted tools.

Ability to create custom electronic harness assemblies.

Familiarity with RF antenna mechanical and cable assembly (coax, u.fl, N-type)

Quality Assurance:

Perform receiving inspections of PCBs.

Perform quality checks, identify defects, and ensure adherence to product specifications.

• Experience with X-ray electronic inspection imagery.

General:

IPC CIS certifications (J-STD-001, IPC-A-610/620, and 7711/7721).

Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with parts, assemblies, and equipment.

Work directly with development team to provide design feedback with emphasis on DFM and DFA.

Experience using lab equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and continuity testers.

Strong documentation skills for all work that is performed including the ability to produce electronics assembly documentation.

Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education.
• Minimum five (5) years of related hardware engineering experience.

*A candidate must be a US Citizen and requires an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

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