Senior Hardware Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; 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 TTC in Newtown, PA seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead mixed-signal PWB design, driving hardware architecture, improving designs, and supporting testing, validation, and production. You will mentor junior engineers and ensure documentation is complete and compliant.

The role requires 5+ years in hardware design, BS/MS in electrical engineering, and the ability to obtain a DOD security clearance. On-site work with a team focused on defense telemetry hardware.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of hardware design and development experience, with analog and digital circuit expertise.
• Knowledge of power supply design, signal integrity, and high-speed digital interfaces.
• Experience with EMC compliance, thermal management, and ruggedized hardware for harsh environments.
• Ability to work independently, lead projects, and collaborate across teams.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for cross-functional work.
• Must be a sole US citizen and able to obtain DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of PWB board-level hardware (mixed-signal).
• Oversee programmable digital logic design (FPGA/microcontroller) for performance and reliability.
• Analyze and improve existing designs to support hardware development.
• Provide hardware architectures and system-level solutions guidance.
• Collaborate with Test Engineering to develop robust test hardware/software.
• Perform data analysis and evaluations to optimize bring-up and validation.
• Support production assembly, testing, and RMA activities.
• Create technical documentation including schematics and specs.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide sustaining engineering support.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security requirements.

Skills

Mixed-signal design

Hardware architecture

PWB design

FPGA / microcontroller design

Analogue and digital circuits

Power electronics

Data analysis

Test, validation & production support

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

BS or MS in Electrical/Electronics or Computer Engineering

Tools

PCB design tools

FPGA toolchains

Job description

Senior Hardware Engineer

Our TTC facility in Newtown, PA is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead mixed-signal PWB design, including analog, digital, power, and FPGA/microcontroller systems.

You will drive hardware architecture, improve designs, and support testing, validation, and production. The role includes cross-functional collaboration, technical leadership, and mentoring junior engineers. You will also ensure compliance with standards and deliver complete technical documentation.

Location:

Newtown, PA

Salary Range:

94,700.00 - 125,000.00 annual per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Pennsylvania. 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 the design and development of PWB board-level (mixed-signal) hardware, including analog, digital, and power electronics.
• Oversee and contribute to programmable digital logic (FPGA and/or microcontroller) design activities, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Analyze and enhance existing designs to support ongoing hardware development and performance improvements.
• Provide technical leadership in defining hardware architectures and system-level solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Test Engineering, to develop robust test hardware and software for design verification and qualification.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis and performance evaluations to optimize hardware bring-up and validation.
• Provide guidance to Operations and Manufacturing teams, supporting production assembly, testing, and RMA activities.
• Drive the creation of technical documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and end-user product documentation.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, providing technical expertise and leadership in problem-solving.
• Provide sustaining engineering support for fielded products, addressing design improvements and obsolescence management.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in hardware development.
• Undertake any other activities necessary to support end-product development as requested by management.

What You Bring:

• BS or MS in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering (from an accredited college or university).
• 5+ years of experience in hardware design and development, with expertise in analog and digital circuit design.
• Knowledge of power supply design, signal integrity, and high-speed digital interfaces.
• Experience with EMC compliance, thermal management, and ruggedized hardware design for harsh environments.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of complex design challenges.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
• Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be a sole US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.

About Us:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Join the WRIGHT Team!

TTC, a Curtiss-Wright company, are a recognized leader in comprehensive and integrated data acquisition through telemetry systems that include data analysis units, sensors, transmitters, receivers, and ground station analysis tools to measure, record, transmit, and analyze aircraft and munitions parameters during test flights. TTC have a broad exposure on more than 140 programs, including high-performance military aircraft such as the F-35 and F-18, major defense flight test centers, spacecraft, missile programs, and commercial and business jets. Key products include data acquisition units, recorders, network products, RF networks, airborne transmitters and receivers, and telemetry expansion cards.

To Learn more, please visit us at Curtiss Wright | TTC

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.

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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