Job Description

Base Salary: $165,000–$190,000
Additional Benefits: 10% 401(k) contribution, top-tier health & wellness benefits

Join a World-Class Engineering Team Shaping the Future of Embedded Electronics

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in developing next-generation embedded processing, sensor, and actuator systems? As a Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer , you’ll join an elite electronics division in Cambridge, MA , where innovation meets mission-critical applications. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on 12–18 month R&D programs that integrate cutting-edge computing, sensor hardware, and embedded platforms for real-world impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate system requirements into robust electronic hardware architectures.

• Design and develop complex PCBs integrating FPGAs, SoCs, high-speed interfaces, and power systems.

• Build, test, and debug electronic prototypes with minimal oversight.

• Create manufacturing documentation and provide post-production support.

• Lead and mentor team members across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Contribute to business development and support proposal writing.

• Drive innovation by researching new technologies and enabling unique design solutions.

• Manage tasks across functional teams and effectively communicate project status.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Requires an active secret clearance

• 5–10 years of experience in electrical hardware design.

• Strong background in digital circuit design using COTS FPGAs, processors, and SoCs.

• Proficiency with Siemens Designer/Layout, HyperLynx, Ansys, SPICE, and MATLAB.

• Experience with:

  • DDR3/DDR4, PCIe, Gbit serial interfaces.

  • Power integrity and conditioning for digital PCB systems.

  • Mixed-signal sensor interfaces and miniature packaging techniques.

  • Basic firmware understanding (C/C++/Assembly, VHDL/Verilog) to support system integration.

Soft Skills & Core Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time management.

• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff.

• Capable of solving complex technical problems independently.

• Strong teamwork and collaborative mindset.

About Cambridge, MA

A global tech and innovation hub, Cambridge is home to top research institutions like MIT and Harvard and offers an exciting urban environment filled with cultural attractions, green spaces, and top-tier restaurants. It’s a magnet for engineering talent and startups, making it the perfect place to grow your career in technology and R&D.

Why This Is a Standout Opportunity

• Impactful Work: Shape the development of advanced electronics for national security and high-impact applications.

• Collaborative Environment: Work on multidisciplinary teams with some of the brightest minds in engineering.

• Career Growth: Participate in internal R&D, lead programs, and contribute to new business development.

• Premium Compensation: Competitive salary plus 10% 401(k) and unmatched benefits.

• Clearance Advantage: Gain or maintain a government security clearance, opening doors to exclusive projects.

Ready to Engineer the Future?

If you're passionate about cutting-edge electronic design and want to work on meaningful projects in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a world-class team and make a real difference.

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