Senior Hardware Engineer

Senior Hardware Engineer - Onsite position

Curtiss-Wright is seeking an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to join our Defense Solutions Group.

This role involves designing and developing complex electrical boards, including single board computers (SBC), FPGA, switch, and input/output cards in 3U and 6U VPX form factors, as well as custom form-factor systems incorporating software, firmware, and hardware security elements. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in electronic components, integrated circuitry, mechanical systems, and DSP systems, with demonstrated experience solving complex technical challenges across hardware design, testing, and production phases.

Location: Ashburn, VA, Boston, MA, Salem, NH

Salary Range: $94,900 - $130,000 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

• Collaborate with engineering, project management, test, and operations teams in small, highly integrated, multidisciplinary teams to meet demanding, schedule-driven customer requirements.

• Design and develop 3U and 6U VPX SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards supporting high speed data processing applications.

• Design and develop custom form-factor systems incorporating SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards, power supplies, and thermal management elements, including Liquid-Flow-Through (LFT) methods.

• Support the translation of system requirements into practical hardware designs and contribute to design decisions related to performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.

• Perform hardware design analysis, troubleshooting, and technical evaluations throughout the development lifecycle.

• Support hardware verification, qualification, and production activities by developing and executing test plans and resolving technical issues.

• Apply engineering best practices to improve product performance, reliability, and time-to-market (TTM).

• Develop and maintain technical procedures, design documentation, and engineering manuals.

• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What you Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in DoD embedded systems and hardware design, including SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O card development up.

• Experience designing mixed-signal, high-speed digital, analog, and low-power, high-current circuits in high-reliability environments.

• Experience with high-density interconnect (HDI) PCB designs, including multi-layer boards, blind/buried vias, and uVia structures preferred.

• Experience with Siemens Expedition DX Designer (SCH) and Siemens Expedition PCB tools preferred.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and deliver results in a schedule-driven engineering environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to support complex hardware development efforts.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• US Citizenship required; active DoD security clearance preferred.

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.

To learn more visit: Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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