Senior Hardware Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation•Newtown, PA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Our TTC facility in Newtown, PA is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead mixed-signal PWB design, including analog, digital, power, and FPGA/microcontroller systems. You will drive hardware architecture, improve designs, and support testing, validation, and production. The role includes cross-functional collaboration, technical leadership, and mentoring junior engineers. You will also ensure compliance with standards and deliver complete technical documentation. TTC, a Curtiss-Wright company, is a recognized leader in comprehensive and integrated data acquisition through telemetry systems that include data analysis units, sensors, transmitters, receivers, and ground station analysis tools to measure, record, transmit, and analyze aircraft and munitions parameters during test flights. TTC has broad exposure on more than 140 programs, including high-performance military aircraft such as the F-35 and F-18, major defense flight test centers, spacecraft, missile programs, and commercial and business jets. Key products include data acquisition units, recorders, network products, RF networks, airborne transmitters and receivers, and telemetry expansion cards. Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through its legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, the company remains focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Requirements

BS or MS in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering (from an accredited college or university).
5+ years of experience in hardware design and development, with expertise in analog and digital circuit design.
Knowledge of power supply design, signal integrity, and high-speed digital interfaces.
Experience with EMC compliance, thermal management, and ruggedized hardware design for harsh environments.
Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of complex design challenges.
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be a sole US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of PWB board-level (mixed-signal) hardware, including analog, digital, and power electronics.
Oversee and contribute to programmable digital logic (FPGA and/or microcontroller) design activities, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Analyze and enhance existing designs to support ongoing hardware development and performance improvements.
Provide technical leadership in defining hardware architectures and system-level solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Test Engineering, to develop robust test hardware and software for design verification and qualification.
Conduct in-depth data analysis and performance evaluations to optimize hardware bring-up and validation.
Provide guidance to Operations and Manufacturing teams, supporting production assembly, testing, and RMA activities.
Drive the creation of technical documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and end-user product documentation.
Support and mentor junior engineers, providing technical expertise and leadership in problem-solving.
Provide sustaining engineering support for fielded products, addressing design improvements and obsolescence management.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in hardware development.
Undertake any other activities necessary to support end-product development as requested by management.

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.