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Actalent Hardware Engineer in Sterling, Virginia
Description:
The Hardware Engineer will be part of a small team focused on developing TAG’s growing portfolio of rugged GPS and Survey systems, rackmount PC’s, displays, small form factor and tablet computers. The Hardware Engineer assists in all phases of product lifecycle, from initial design through deployment and support.
Typical duties include:
• Support the design, documentation, integration and test of both COTS and custom hardware components:
Requirements Documents
Performance Specifications
Schematic capture and PCB design and testing
Cable Design
Prototype Assembly
• Support the test and production of Hardware components
Schematics and Circuit Boards
Assembly Procedures
Functional Test Procedures
Design Verification Procedures
System Testing
Required Experience:
The Hardware Engineer will have experience working within electronics design, assembly, and testing in a product development environment. This includes developing custom circuit boards, including component selection, design documentation, circuit simulation, PCB layout, fabrication and assembly. They will have experience documenting their work for formal release to their organization or outside customers. They must be comfortable working with other engineers with varying backgrounds, including remote teams, and contractors. The candidate will be able to self-manage time and coordinate activities relating to the design and manufacture of electronic products.
Additional qualifications include:
• Experience creating and reviewing engineering documentation – design specifications, schematics, BoM’s, PCB’s, test plans/procedures
• Experience with PCB assembly and test procedures
• Experience with laboratory test equipment – oscilloscopes, spectrum and network analyzers, power supplies, DMM, etc.
• Knowledge of HW communication standards, e.g. UART, RS232, RS422, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, USB, PCI-Express, SATA, MIPI, LVDS, Display Port, HDMI
• Experience with CAD tools such as OrCAD, Allegro, Altium, PADS etc.
• Possess or be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Strong verbal and writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Outlook
• Willing and able to work extended hours and travel as necessary
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Desired Experience:
They will have a working knowledge of systems engineering including: requirements analysis, development, traceability, and verification. Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDRs) is highly desired.
Additional experience may include:
• Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDRs) is highly desired.
• Experience with GPS receivers and systems
• Experience with DoD standards and documentation requirements
• Experience with RF receivers and testing
• Experience with integrating COTS System on Module
• Knowledge of PC systems and architectures
• Familiar with Linux OS
• FPGA Development, coding and test
• Microcontroller coding and test in C
• Python programming
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar technical field
Working on an Android Operating System. Will be working with small devices.
Electrical engineering degree
Mid level (8-15 year range)
Work hard
RF experience
GPS systems they will be working on
Navigation systems
Skills:
hardware, hardware engineering, electrical, electrical engineering, pcb, pcb design, pcb layout, assembly, testing, Hardware design, Radio frequency, RF, Rf equipment
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
-Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
-Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
-High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
-Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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