Gridiron IT · 2 hours ago
Digital Hardware Engineer
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $170K/yr
6+ years expGridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business that specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. They are seeking a Digital Hardware Engineer to take ownership of the full hardware lifecycle, solving complex integration challenges for embedded digital hardware supporting Software Defined Radios.
Cloud ManagementIT InfrastructureIT Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Colin Jones
Responsibilities
High-Speed Digital Protocols: Comprehensive technical knowledge of embedded microprocessor design and integration for ARM Cores, DDR memory interfaces, and high-bandwidth USB and Ethernet
Design Simulation & Analysis: Proficient use of simulation tools such as LTSpice for circuitry, HyperLynx for signal integrity, and MATLAB for system-level modeling
Advanced Architecture & PCB Design: Proven ability to lead the full design cycle—including requirement analysis, schematic capture (using Mentor VX/DxDesigner), and complex high-speed layout analysis
Verification & Validation (V&V): Expertise in executing subsystem and system-level test plans, using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) to identify and resolve critical hardware defects
Compliance & Reliability Engineering: Experience designing for MIL-STD-461 (EMI/EMC) and adhering to IPC standards to ensure hardware survivability in high-reliability environments
Security Clearance Eligibility: Ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance
Qualification
Required
Comprehensive technical knowledge of embedded microprocessor design and integration for ARM Cores, DDR memory interfaces, and high-bandwidth USB and Ethernet
Proficient use of simulation tools such as LTSpice for circuitry, HyperLynx for signal integrity, and MATLAB for system-level modeling
Proven ability to lead the full design cycle—including requirement analysis, schematic capture (using Mentor VX/DxDesigner), and complex high-speed layout analysis
Expertise in executing subsystem and system-level test plans, using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) to identify and resolve critical hardware defects
Experience designing for MIL-STD-461 (EMI/EMC) and adhering to IPC standards to ensure hardware survivability in high-reliability environments
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field
6+ years of relevant experience (4+ with a Master's degree) or 10+ years of experience in Digital Design in lieu of a degree
Preferred
Familiarity with SDR architectures, embedded SW/VHDL, and configuration management tools like Agile
A nuanced understanding of Software Defined Radio (SDR) architectures and the interaction between digital boards and RF circuitry
Experience using embedded software, scripting (e.g., Python), or VHDL to automate design analysis and facilitate rapid troubleshooting
Proficiency with Agile PLM software to manage product data and streamline manufacturing introduction
Familiarity with Boundary Scan tools (JTAG) for testing high-density PCBAs where physical probe access is limited
The ability to visualize cross-disciplinary impacts, such as how digital design choices affect thermal management or software latency
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Disability & ADD insurance
Life and pet insurance
Company
Gridiron IT
Gridiron IT is a firm that specializes in IT talent acquisition and placement for government, federal contractors, and commercial clients.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tara Forester, SHRM-CP
Chief People Officer
Recent News
2024-10-27
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