Job DescriptionThe Digital Hardware Engineer V serves as a technical leader responsible for the architecture, design, integration, and verification of advanced high-reliability digital hardware for aerospace and defense applications. This role provides technical leadership across multiple programs, establishes engineering best practices, mentors engineering teams, and serves as a recognized subject matter expert for complex digital hardware systems.
Responsibilities- Lead digital hardware development from concept, architecture, schematic capture, PCB layout, verification, qualification, production release, and sustaining engineering.
- Act as the technical design authority for complex product development projects.
- Identify and resolve complex hardware issues during development and post-production.
- Work with software teams, firmware teams, manufacturing teams, and other engineers to integrate hardware and software solutions.
- Create detailed documentation for designs, testing procedures, and other relevant information.
- Optimize designs for performance, reliability, and cost.
- Mentor engineers across multiple experience levels.
- Lead Design Reviews
QualificationsEducation & Experience:
- Electrical (Bachelor's degree) or Computer Engineering (Bachelor's degree)
- Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (14) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. OR (7) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (5) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.
- Experience designing and testing digital electronic systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Design experience with ARM or Intel based microprocessors.
- Design with AMD And/Or Lattice FPGA's
- Proficiency in schematic capture with Siemens DXDesigner or Altium Designer
- Expertise with the design, constraint and integration of high-speed interfaces. (e.g., PCIe Gen 3/4, 10 GbE, 40 GbE, 100 GbE, DDR4).
- In-depth Knowledge of Signal Integrity and Power Integrity analysis.
- High current/low voltage switching power supply experience
- Experience collaborating with embedded software and firmware engineers to ensure seamless product verification and successful integration of hardware with FPGA and software functionality.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Experience with Hyperlynx SI/PI
- Experience in Rad hard or high reliability design
About UsAbout Frontgrade At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.
Why Work for Us We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.
Additional Information This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
Other benefits include: - Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (a combination of both designated and floating holidays)
- 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
