Job Title: Hardware (HW) Engineer
Job Location: Warrenton, VA
Job Type: Full time, permanent
Salary: $70k – $210k/yr
Job Description
BCubed Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Hardware (HW) engineer in Warrenton, VA, responsible for design, implementation, integration and testing of digital and RF systems with a focus on communication devices. You will work as part of a small group to develop a new communications device and assist with design reviews and trade studies. Candidate will have a strong background in RF hardware design, test and measurement in support of a fast paced, multi-disciplinary design team.
Key Responsibilities
- Designing, implementing and review of PCBs for an RF communications system to include RF and power distribution
- Conducting thorough testing and validation of HW to ensure robust performance
- Analyze schematic diagrams for either custom or commercial-off-the shelf (COTS) electronic hardware
- Develop and maintain requirements documents, functional specification documents, interface control documents, engineering wiring diagrams etc.
- Develop project test plans and test procedures, provide test planning support, and assist in the execution of both lab testing and field testing
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplined design team (electrical engineers, systems engineers, software engineers, and signal processing engineers) to implement innovative solutions
- Providing technical expertise and guidance on different hardware solutions, methodologies and best practices
- Supporting customer integration and troubleshooting efforts
- Interfacing with PCB vendor to flow requirements and provide testing feedback
Strong Candidates Will Meet the Following Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience using standard lab equipment such as an oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, power supplies etc.
- Demonstrated RF design experience for receivers and transmitters
- Understanding and demonstrated implementation of RF cascade analysis to be able to trade gain, noise figure and linearity as part of system design
- Experience in RF theory and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in resolving real world problems
- Knowledge in the areas of performance characteristics of analog data converters, ADCs/DACs and how they interface with the RF front end
- Experience with Linux operating systems for testing and troubleshooting
- Experience with PCB circuits to include power and control signals
- Experience with CAD software is highly desired and not required
- Able to work independently to identify HW components necessary to meet project requirements and assist in procurement process
- Proficiency in general computer skills such as Microsoft office Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
- Active SECRET Clearance (US Citizenship Required)
About the Company
BCubed Engineering Corporation is an employee-owned advanced software and engineering company with offices in Warrenton, VA and Tampa, FL. BCubed Engineering specializes in providing engineering solutions and hardware to meet a variety of unique mission needs to the DoD, IC, and commercial sector, through efficient implementation practices and leveraging cutting-edge COTS technologies. Areas of focus include Digital Signal Processing, Machine Learning, and Cloud/On-Premises computing architectures. Come join us today!
We Provide
- Industry leading benefits
- 25% Profit Sharing Plan
- Employer paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
- Employee Ownership
- Company sponsored group medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Individual Benefit Account – This account is used to pay for:
- Paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums
- Flexible Hours
- Hybrid in-office / work from home environment
- Performance based annual bonus
