Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Management
Energy
Firmware
Storage
RS-232
I2C
SPI
AXI
Altium Designer
Power Electronics
Documentation
Collaboration
Electrical Engineering
RTL
VHDL
Verilog
Xilinx
Embedded Systems
C
C++
RTOS
Linux
PCB Design
Electronics Manufacturing
FPGA
Hardware QA
Debugging
Communication
Soldering
PCB
IPC
Avionics
Computer Hardware
Testing
System Testing
Interfaces
PCI Express
LabVIEW
Job Details
BlueHalo is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and fielding of the MAST Surrogate Missile System, a cutting-edge technology developed by our Directed Energy/Kinetic Effectors (DEKE) Group. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a premier defense program, working hands-on in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on hardware, firmware, and embedded systems integration.
Travel: 10-25% (to remote test and field sites)
Key Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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Travel: 10-25% (to remote test and field sites)
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement FPGA solutions using VHDL/Verilog and Xilinx Vivado toolsets
- Develop and integrate high-speed data transfer and storage protocols (e.g., PCIe, JESD204B)
- Interface with embedded systems and protocols including RS-232/422, I2C, SPI, AXI
- Design and develop custom PCBs using Altium Designer to IPC standards
- Support the design and control of power electronics and small motor systems
- Perform embedded programming in C/C++ with RTOS and/or Linux environments
- Conduct hands-on hardware testing, debugging, and integration in lab and field environments
- Prepare electrical drawings and documentation in accordance with industry standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers and program teams to meet project goals
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Proficiency with RTL design (VHDL/Verilog) and Xilinx Vivado tools
- Experience with embedded system programming (C/C++) and real-time OS (RTOS/Linux)
- Strong knowledge of PCB design and electronics manufacturing standards
- Familiarity with FPGA communication protocols and high-speed interfaces
- Comfortable working hands-on with hardware testing and debugging
- Willingness to travel up to 25% for field integration and test support
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with soldering and PCB rework to IPC standards
- Background in missile systems or avionics design
- Previous work with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments
- Field testing experience at missile or weapon system test ranges
- Implementation of high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., PCIe)
- LabVIEW programming for test and automation
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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