Senior Hardware & Production Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

This position requires an ACTIVE DoD security clearance. Applicants who do not currently hold an active clearance will not be considered.

At  PMAT , we work on mission-critical systems that support government and defense organizations by designing, building, and securing modern digital capabilities across hardware, cloud, data, and software environments. Our teams tackle complex engineering challenges where delivery matters more than theory, and innovation is driven by curiosity, collaboration, and purpose.

About the role: We are seeking a Senior Hardware & Production Engineer to support the development, integration, and production of advanced computing platforms, including hardware associated with the Minotaur program.

This role bridges hardware engineering and production, ensuring that ruggedized computing systems are designed, built, tested, and manufactured to meet demanding performance, reliability, and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the transition of hardware from development into next-generation, small-form-factor production
• Ensure compliance with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Test (DFT), and Design for Reliability (DFR) principles for ruggedized computing systems
• Support the design and integration of high-performance computing hardware, including CPU/GPU systems, storage, networking, and peripheral interfaces
• Develop production processes, test procedures, and acceptance criteria for computing systems
• Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues across laboratory, production, and deployment environments
• Perform root cause corrective action (RCCA) on failures identified during testing or production
• Support environmental qualification, including thermal, vibration, shock, and electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC) testing
• Manage configuration control, technical data packages (TDPs), and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Collaborate with software, network, and systems engineering teams to ensure hardware compatibility and performance
• Coordinate with technical stakeholders to support production quality, integration, and deployment readiness

About Us: PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that advance mission capabilities. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions using modern cloud, data, software, and computing technologies. Our work includes complex engineering challenges such as computing platforms, software modernization, distributed data systems, and heterogeneous data analysis.

We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room. Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper. We are passionate about mission-focused design and delivering effective, reliable technology.

Whether you’re an experienced engineer or just beginning your career, you’ll work alongside experts who are committed to solving challenging engineering problems. If you’re passionate about applying your skills to build and improve advanced computing systems, apply today.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 6–10+ years of experience in hardware engineering, production engineering, or systems integration
• Experience with ruggedized computing systems or hardware designed for demanding environments
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, networking hardware, and high-performance computing platforms
• Experience with electronics manufacturing, including PCB assembly, system integration, and box build
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with laboratory and production equipment
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering and production efforts
• Experience transitioning hardware from development into production
• Ruggedized system design and integration
• Production troubleshooting and root cause corrective action (RCCA)
• Systems-level understanding of computing, networking, and peripheral interfaces
• Cross-functional technical leadership
• Data-driven manufacturing and reliability improvement

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with sensor integration or complex hardware interfaces
• Familiarity with edge computing architectures and distributed systems
• Experience supporting technology deployments in challenging environments
• Knowledge of automated test equipment (ATE) and system-level diagnostics
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience for production optimization
• Experience supporting government or defense technology programs

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• CompTIA Security+ certification

Citizenship and Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship required
• No dual citizenship
• Active TS clearance required
• Active TS/SCI clearance preferred

Location/Address:

• Centennial, CO

Travel & Passport:

• Approximately 20% travel
• Occasional international travel for installation, integration, and testing
• Valid U.S. passport required

Work Environment: Work is primarily based at PMAT’s Centennial, CO office. In some cases, work at a government facility may be required. Travel may be necessary for technical collaboration, integration, testing, and other business needs.

PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.