Hardware Engineer

Maxtena Inc•Germantown, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hardware Engineer will conduct advanced research, develop new products, and support existing product manufacturing operations in satellite communications, satellite-based navigation systems, 4G and 5G systems, and advanced phased-array and beamforming antenna systems. The position is based in Germantown, Maryland. The role includes designing electronic and electromechanical circuits, schematics, PCB fabrication packages, and systems; prototyping and evaluating devices; constructing and testing hardware prototypes; collaborating with sales, customers, and technical staff; and conducting feasibility studies with simulation tools.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
At least 5 years of industry experience.
Experience with hardware or electrical equipment design, testing, or production.
Knowledge of electronics engineering and electronic hardware design and development.
Demonstrated experience with PCB design tools such as Altium Designer.
At least 7 years of experience with multilayer PCB layout, including prototyping, SMT, RF, mixed-signal design, high-speed digital design, and high-density layout.
Demonstrated knowledge of signal integrity, RF microstrip impedance basics, and low-EMI practices.
Demonstrated experience with design for manufacturability (DFM).
Demonstrated experience working with teams.
Exceptionally detail-oriented.
Creative, with exceptional problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

Design electronic and electromechanical circuits, schematics, PCB fabrication packages, and systems for new product development and ongoing production.
Prototype and evaluate electronic and electromechanical devices for new product development and ongoing production.
Construct and test hardware prototypes.
Interface with sales, customers, and other technical staff.
Perform feasibility studies using simulation tools.
Support existing product manufacturing operations.