Senior Hardware Engineer - Onsite

DY4 Curtiss-Wright DS, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; 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 Defense Solutions in Ashburn, VA is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer for an onsite role. You will design and develop 3U/6U VPX SBCs, FPGA and I/O cards, and custom systems incorporating power and thermal management.

The position requires DoD embedded hardware experience and strong multi-disciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities include translating requirements into hardware, conducting analyses, and supporting verification, qualification, and production activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of DoD embedded systems and hardware design experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, project management, test, and operations teams to meet demanding, schedule-driven customer requirements.
• Design and develop 3U and 6U VPX SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards for high-speed data processing applications.
• Develop custom form-factor systems with SBC, FPGA, switch, I/O cards, power supplies, and thermal management including Liquid-Flow-Through methods.
• Translate system requirements into practical hardware designs and contribute to decisions on performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Perform hardware design analysis, troubleshooting, and evaluations across the development lifecycle.
• Support hardware verification, qualification, and production activities with test plans and issue resolution.
• Apply engineering best practices to improve product performance, reliability, and time-to-market.
• Develop and maintain technical procedures, design documentation, and engineering manuals.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

SBC design

FPGA design

HDI PCB design

High-speed digital

DoD embedded systems

Electrical engineering

System integration

Security elements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Siemens Expedition DX Designer

Siemens Expedition PCB tools

Job description

Senior Hardware Engineer - Onsite position

Curtiss-Wright is seeking an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to join our Defense Solutions Group. This role involves designing and developing 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 strong expertise in electronic components, integrated circuitry, mechanical systems, and DSP systems, with demonstrated experience solving complex technical challenges across hardware design, testing, and production phases.

Location: Ashburn, VA Salary Range: $94,900 - $130,000 per year plus bonus. Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. 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

• Collaborate with engineering, project management, test, and operations teams in small, highly integrated, multidisciplinary teams to meet demanding, schedule-driven customer requirements.
• Design and develop 3U and 6U VPX SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards supporting high speed data processing applications.
• Design and develop custom form-factor systems incorporating SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards, power supplies, and thermal management elements, including Liquid-Flow-Through (LFT) methods.
• Support the translation of system requirements into practical hardware designs and contribute to design decisions related to performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Perform hardware design analysis, troubleshooting, and technical evaluations throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support hardware verification, qualification, and production activities by developing and executing test plans and resolving technical issues.
• Apply engineering best practices to improve product performance, reliability, and time-to-market (TTM).
• Develop and maintain technical procedures, design documentation, and engineering manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What you Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in DoD embedded systems and hardware design, including SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O card development up.
• Experience designing mixed-signal, high-speed digital, analog, and low-power, high-current circuits in high-reliability environments.
• Experience with high-density interconnect (HDI) PCB designs, including multi-layer boards, blind/buried vias, and uVia structures preferred.
• Experience with Siemens Expedition DX Designer (SCH) and Siemens Expedition PCB tools preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and deliver results in a schedule-driven engineering environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to support complex hardware development efforts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• US Citizenship required; active DoD security clearance preferred.

Who We Are

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.

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. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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.

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.