Senior Hardware Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright TTC 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 requires strong technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring junior engineers, with a focus on compliance and comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• 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 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 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.
• Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be a sole US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

US-PA-Newtown (TTC)

Full time

JR11320

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 I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) *

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 (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

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.

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

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. ([e-mail])

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.