MITRE · 1 day ago
PCB Designer
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $123K/yr
6+ years expMITRE is a not-for-profit corporation committed to tackling the nation's toughest challenges through innovative solutions. As an Intermediate PCB Designer, you will lead PCB layout projects using Altium Designer and collaborate with engineers to turn design concepts into manufacturable hardware.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNon ProfitQuantum ComputingSaaS
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and execute complex PCB design and layout projects using Altium Designer, supporting rapid prototyping and advanced R&D initiatives
Collaborate closely with electrical, RF, mechanical and systems engineers to translate novel concepts into manufacturable hardware
Define layer stack-ups, apply advanced design constraints and optimize component placement for manufacturability, reliability and performance
Ensure robust signal integrity, controlled impedance and EMI/EMC compliance for RF and high-speed digital designs
Generate, verify and manage all manufacturing documentation in accordance with IPC and JEDEC standards
Manage and maintain Altium enterprise host, software and license infrastructure; interface with IT and coordinate network related initiatives
Track annual ECAD tooling cost, utilization and ROI
Support library maintenance, data management and peer reviews to ensure quality and knowledge sharing across MITRE Labs projects
Support Altium integration with other software and supply chain management systems
Teach and mentor engineers on Altium library usage, best practices and SOP
Participate in and facilitate design reviews, knowledge exchanges and technical mentoring within the Labs community
Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives, including Altium scripting and workflow optimization
Qualification
Required
6+ years of experience in PCB design and layout, including RF, microwave and High-Density Interconnect designs
Advanced proficiency with Altium Designer Enterprise; experience with Altium On-Prem
Demonstrated expertise in high-frequency RF, high-speed digital and complex multi-layer PCB design
Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing), DFT (Design for Test) and regulatory standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-7351, etc.)
Experience with signal integrity, differential pairs, impedance control and EMI mitigation
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to document and present technical information to multidisciplinary teams
Ability to maintain or obtain a government security clearance; current Secret clearance preferred
Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint)
This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site
Preferred
IPC CID+ certification or equivalent
Familiarity with data management systems and collaboration tools (Confluence, JIRA, Git)
Experience automating design processes with Altium scripting and/or Python
Direct experience with advanced packaging: high-density interposers, substrates, die stacking, and wire bond design
Hands-on experience with multi-layer packaging, HDI, blind/buried vias, BGAs, and RF design for test
Familiarity with regulatory requirements (FCC, CE, UL) and compliance testing
Experience developing and interpreting fabrication drawings and collaborating with fabrication partners
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Company
MITRE
The MITRE Corporation is working to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges in defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, homeland security, the judiciary and transportation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.05MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyMassachusetts Technology Collaborative
2023-07-27Grant
2023-06-08Grant· $2.05M
Leadership Team
Katie Schroth
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Kerry Buckley
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