Expert PCB Designer

Point Solutions Group•Carlsbad, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Expert PCB Designer to support the development of advanced, mission-critical electronic systems in a secure environment. This role requires deep expertise in high-speed digital, RF, and analog PCB design, with a focus on complex, multi-layer boards used in high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience designing cutting-edge PCB layouts, including HDI, fine-pitch BGAs, and high-speed interfaces up to 100 Gigabit Ethernet, while collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams.

Requirements

Active Secret Security Clearance (required to work in SCIF)
10+ years of experience in PCB design, with a focus on high-speed and RF systems
Expertise in Mentor Graphics Xpedition (VX) / Siemens PCB tools and EDM
Strong experience with: High-speed digital and mixed-signal PCB design RF and microwave layout techniques Controlled impedance and signal integrity principles
Proven experience designing complex, multi-layer PCBs (including 1TB-class designs)
Hands-on experience with: HDI design and microvias Fine-pitch BGAs (.4mm) DDR3/DDR4 memory layouts High-speed protocols (LVDS, SerDes, 100GbE)
Deep understanding of PCB materials, fabrication, and assembly processes
Familiarity with IPC standards (Class 3 preferred)

Nice To Haves

Experience with RF wire bonding and circuit partitioning using shield walls
Strong background in low-noise RF/analog design techniques
Experience working in defense, aerospace, or classified environments
Prior experience mentoring or leading PCB design teams

Responsibilities

Design and develop complex multi-layer PCB layouts for high-speed digital, RF, analog, microwave, and power applications
Create high-density interconnect (HDI) designs, including fine-pitch BGA (.4mm) components and high pin-count devices
Implement controlled impedance routing, including microstrip, stripline, and differential pair routing with matched lengths and delay control
Develop layouts for DDR3/DDR4, LVDS, SerDes, Rocket I/O, JTAG, DSP, and high-speed interfaces up to 100 Gigabit Ethernet
Perform RF layout design, including transmission lines, grounding, shielding, and isolation techniques to ensure optimal performance
Design flex and rigid-flex circuits with complex mechanical constraints
Define and implement blind and buried microvias for Class 3 PCB standards
Collaborate with Electrical Engineers (EE), Mechanical Engineers (ME), and fabrication vendors to define: Board stack-ups Materials and laminates Fabrication and assembly processes
Integrate mechanical constraints using IDF, DXF, and STEP 3D files, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Apply EMI/EMC mitigation techniques and ensure compliance with IPC standards
Support DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) processes
Utilize tools such as Siemens / Mentor Graphics Xpedition (VX), EDM, and Valor NPI for design and validation
Mentor junior designers and provide technical leadership as needed