Lead Hardware Engineer - Remote

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; United States; Remote; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is seeking a Lead Hardware Engineer for a remote role in the Defense Solutions Group. You will lead the design of 3U/6U VPX SBC, FPGA, switch, and IO cards for high-speed data processing and secure hardware solutions.

Strong leadership and hands-on DoD embedded experience are required. You will mentor engineers, drive hardware testing and qualification, and collaborate across engineering, PM, test and operations to meet demanding customer requirements in a distributed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 8+ years in DoD embedded hardware with SBC/FPGA/I/O card development.
• Experience with high-density interconnect PCBs and HDI.
• Proficient with Siemens Expedition tools.
• Ability to lead design from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of 3U and 6U VPX SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards supporting high-speed data processing applications.
• Lead collaboration with engineering, project management, test, and operations teams in small, highly integrated, multidisciplinary teams to meet demanding customer requirements.
• Translate customer requirements into system architectures, functional designs, and hardware solutions.
• Evaluate technical feasibility and balance performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Act as a technical lead for hardware development activities, supporting project execution and design reviews.
• Lead hardware testing, qualification, and troubleshooting to ensure requirements are met.
• Develop, review, and maintain technical procedures and engineering manuals.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical direction to support team development.

Skills

SBC design

FPGA design

HDI PCBs

DoD embedded

High-speed digital

Leadership

Security clearance

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Siemens Expedition

Job description

Lead Hardware Engineer - Remote

Curtiss-Wright is growing and has multiple openings for experienced Lead Hardware Engineer to join our Defense Solutions Group.

This role involves leading the design and development of complex electrical boards, including single board computers (SBC), FPGA, switch, and input/output cards in 3U and 6U VPX form factors, as well as custom form-factor systems incorporating software, firmware, and hardware security elements. The ideal candidate brings extensive expertise in electronic components, integrated circuitry, mechanical systems, and DSP systems, with a proven ability to provide technical leadership and deliver complex hardware solutions through design, testing, qualification, and production phases.

Location: New Hamshire, USA (Remote)

Salary Range: $108,900 - $150,000 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New Hamshire. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Lead collaboration with engineering, project management, test, and operations teams in small, highly integrated, multidisciplinary teams to meet demanding customer requirements.
• Lead the design and development of 3U and 6U VPX SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards supporting high-speed data processing applications.
• Lead the design and development of custom form-factor systems incorporating SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards, power supplies, and thermal management elements, including Liquid-Flow-Through (LFT) methods.
• Provide technical leadership in translating customer requirements into system architectures, functional designs, and hardware solutions.
• Evaluate technical feasibility and recommend design approaches balancing performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Act as a technical lead for hardware development activities, supporting project execution, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Lead hardware testing, qualification, and troubleshooting activities to ensure compliance with requirements and customer expectations.
• Establish and promote engineering best practices to improve product performance, reliability, and time-to-market (TTM).
• Develop, review, and maintain technical procedures, design documentation, and engineering manuals.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical direction to support team development and successful project execution.

What you Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in DoD embedded systems and hardware design, including SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O card development.
• Extensive experience designing mixed-signal, high-speed digital, analog, and low-power, high-current circuits in high-reliability environments.
• Strong experience designing high-density interconnect (HDI) PCBs, including complex multi-layer designs, multi-lamination processes, blind/buried vias, and uVia structures.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens Expedition DX Designer (SCH) and Siemens Expedition PCB tools.
• Ability to lead technical efforts, prioritize competing tasks, drive execution, and deliver results in high-pressure, schedule-driven environments.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and guiding complex hardware designs from concept through production.
• Strong understanding of hardware architecture, design trade-offs, verification, qualification, and production support.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• US Citizenship required; active DoD security clearance preferred

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.

To learn more visit: Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Equal Opportunity

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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