Hardware Design Engineer

HRL Laboratories•Malibu, CA

1d•$154,500 - $197,900

About The Position

HRL Laboratories pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science, delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace, and defense. The Mixed Signal Solutions department at HRL Laboratories is composed of a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers supporting quantum computing research. The team develops and integrates leading edge mixed signal systems involving novel architectures, advanced algorithms, custom integrated circuits (ICs), printed circuit boards (PCBs), and state of the art packaging and integration techniques. As a member of this group, you will contribute to designing electronic solutions that transition innovative concepts into prototype hardware.

Requirements

BS, MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related scientific discipline
Experience taking complex designs through the full hardware development cycle, including specification, schematic capture, layout, bring up, characterization, and testing
Proficient in system bring up and debugging of complex embedded systems
Skilled in high speed digital design (e.g., PCIe, SERDES, HDMI)
Proficient with CAD tools—preferably Allegro—for design, layout, and simulation
Proficiency in the use of computers, engineering workstations, complex electronic equipment, oral and written communication, interaction with vendors/colleagues, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to work well in a team and independently.
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Possess a solid working knowledge of fundamental high speed electrical engineering and circuit design principles
Familiarity with power integrity concepts such as decoupling strategies, transient response, and PDN design
Understanding of signal integrity topics including crosstalk, insertion and return loss, termination techniques, BGA breakout strategies, and fabrication material selection
Knowledge of test procedures and equipment, particularly RF measurement tools such as VNAs and TDRs
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and capable of producing technical documentation

Responsibilities

Design and implement engineering solutions for electrical and electronic components, analog and digital subsystems, and associated algorithms, ensuring alignment with established engineering principles and development guidelines
Create board level design requirements, schematics, and test plans for existing designs, including tolerance verification, form/fit/function assessment, signal and power integrity analysis, thermal characterization, and system level power measurements for printed circuit assemblies
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors throughout hardware design and development cycles
Analyze product requirements from both system and hardware perspectives to propose high performance, cost effective solutions