Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Senior Hardware Design EngineerHuntsville, ALThe CompanyJoin a global leader in rugged embedded computing solutions serving some of the world's most demanding defense, aerospace, industrial, and commercial applications. With a strong reputation for high-performance, open-architecture computing, the organization develops advanced electronics designed to operate reliably in mission-critical environments.The Huntsville engineering organization works on sophisticated embedded computing platforms used across air, land, and sea defense programs, as well as high-reliability industrial applications.Why This Opportunity Stands OutWork on advanced Single Board Computers (SBCs), FPGA/DSP carrier boards, sensor processing modules, and I/O productsDesign next-generation hardware using Intel and ARM processors, DDR4/DDR5, FPGAs, MPSoCs, and RFSoCsDevelop high-speed digital architectures involving PCIe and multi-Gigabit EthernetTake technical ownership of complex hardware programs from architecture and design through board bring-up, validation, and production releaseCollaborate with experienced hardware, FPGA, software, systems, product management, manufacturing, and program teamsHave the opportunity to influence product architecture, engineering processes, emerging technologies, and best practicesJoin a Huntsville engineering organization working on technology where performance, reliability, and ruggedization are criticalThey Value and Appreciate Their EmployeesThis is an opportunity to join an engineering-driven organization where senior engineers are trusted with significant technical ownership and are encouraged to bring forward new ideas and approaches.Your Role with the CompanyAs a Senior Hardware Design Engineer, you will serve as a senior technical contributor and design authority for complex embedded hardware programs. You will design, develop, test, debug, and support advanced electronic systems while working with a high degree of independence. You will design digital hardware incorporating Intel and ARM-based processors, DDR memory, FPGAs, MPSoCs, and RFSoCs, along with high-speed interfaces such as DDR4/DDR5, PCIe, and multi-Gigabit Ethernet.Community InformationHuntsville, Alabama, known as Rocket City, is one of the country's leading engineering and technology communities. The city has a strong concentration of aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, and technology employers, creating an environment with a deep technical talent base.Background ProfileMust HaveBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline7+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, embedded hardware design, or related electronics developmentStrong experience with digital circuit design for complex embedded systemsHands-on experience designing hardware incorporating Intel and/or ARM processorsExperience with FPGAs, MPSoCs, RFSoCs, or similar advanced processing devicesExperience designing high-speed interfaces such as DDR4/DDR5, PCIe, and multi-Gigabit EthernetStrong experience with schematic capture and circuit-board designHands-on experience with hardware bring-up, validation, troubleshooting, and debugExperience using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and digital multimetersAbility to work independently and take ownership of complex technical deliverablesDemonstrated experience providing technical leadership on complex engineering efforts or technology areasDesiredExperience with Mentor Expedition Dx or comparable schematic/layout toolsExperience with signal integrity analysisExperience with design for manufacturability and production releaseExperience designing ruggedized electronics for defense, aerospace, industrial, or other high-reliability applicationsExperience with Embedded LinuxExperience with low-level software development using C/C++Experience with system backplanes and I/O architecturesExperience supporting products through their complete lifecycle, including engineering changes and post-release troubleshootingDemonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve engineering productivity, decision-making, work quality, and cost efficiency, while critically evaluating AI-generated outputsAdditional Job DetailsSalary Range: $150,000 - $170,000Location: Huntsville, ALType of Role: Full-time, Direct HireTravel Required: MinimalRelocation Assistance: YesVisa Sponsorship: U.S. Citizen, Green CardType: direct hire