Senior Engineer (Hardware)

For more than 50 years, Data Device Corporation (DDC) has been recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability Connectivity, Power, and Control solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. Our dedication to supplying quality products, on-time delivery, and superior support, has contributed to the success of our customers and the critical missions they serve.

This position is 100% onsite at our Bohemia, NY office.

This position requires a U.S Person or a person who can qualify for a Department of State or Department of Commerce License.

The salary range for this position is between $130,000 and $170,000 and will depend upon experience.

Position Summary:

As a Hardware Engineer you will design, develop, and test leading edge communications technology for the industry that we serve. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the hardware meets performance, reliability, and manufacturability standards. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality.

Key Position Accountabilities:

• Design and Development: Lead the design and development of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) including component selection, schematic capture, and PCB layout support.
• Verification and Validation: Create and execute test plans, perform simulations, and validate hardware designs to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical engineers, IP developers, and other stakeholders to integrate CCAs into larger systems.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues during development and production phases.
• Optimization: Analyze and improve circuit card designs for performance, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability. Address and resolve issues identified during testing and production.
• Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of design processes, test results, and revisions to ensure clarity and consistency.
• Planning: Develop plans, schedules, and identify resources required to develop products from market requirement through product release.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, sharing expertise and best practices in hardware design and development.
• Continuous Improvement: Take the initiative to research, develop, propose, evaluate and/or implement new methods, processes, techniques, tools, components, or technology that improve quality, timeliness and/or performance of DDC s products.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience: 8-15 years of experience in hardware design and development, including hands-on experience with complex projects that include FPGA s and Microcontroller s.
• Tool Skills: Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Cadence Orcad, Cadence Allegro).

• Technical Skills: Proven experience in designing high speed digital designs (e.g. PCI, PCIe, USB and Thunderbolt).
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics, signal integrity, power and thermal management.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience of DO-254 certification process throughout all (SOI) Stages of Involvement phases.
• Experience with environmental testing standards (e.g., thermal, shock & vibration).
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC-429.
• Knowledge of Multi Chip Module (MCM) designs is a plus

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This job description indicates, in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of the incumbent. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice as required.

Data Device Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.