Digital Design Engineer

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military, and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom.

About the role

As a Digital Design Engineer at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will support the military community by developing and supporting control systems for RF interference mitigation products. We prioritize innovation, creativity, career advancement, a collaborative culture, work-life balance, and competitive compensation and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Embedded C/C++ coding, compiling, debugging, and integration with digital hardware.
• Develop embedded control algorithms, architecture, and code.
• FPGA/CPLD design and VHDL coding, simulation, and synthesis for embedded applications.
• Design schematics containing components such as programmable logic, microcontrollers, analog, digital I/O, standard interfaces (e.g., LVDS, USB, Ethernet, RS-485), and DC/DC converters.
• Integral involvement in all phases of hardware and firmware development, including digital control module design, architecture, coding, simulation, module testing, system testing, firmware verification/validation, and production support.
• Test firmware for compliance to requirements, verification of functionality and performance using Pole/Zero hardware and commercial equipment such as in-circuit emulators, logic analyzers, mixed-signal oscilloscopes, network and spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.

Requirements

• BSEE or BSCE from an accredited four-year college or university is required.
• 4-10 years of developing and supporting embedded control systems (can include co-op experience).
• Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)).

Skills

• Experience in embedded firmware development using C/C++ & Assembly language for microcontrollers.
• Experience in FPGA/CPLD design and VHDL/Verilog coding for embedded applications.
• Experience developing analog and digital electronic systems.
• Proficiency at solving problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to appropriately apply engineering principles and concepts to embedded control.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug hardware control issues.
• Ability to define critical project criteria to ensure timely completion.
• Ability to draw solutions from both formal training and experience.
• Ability to work independently and within a tight-knit team environment.
• Ability to follow company procedures and work instructions.
• Experience in an RF/analog hardware environment is highly desirable.
• Experience with embedded control design and coding for the defense industry is highly desirable.
• Experience with Agile software development and Git is desirable.
• Experience with signal processing is a plus.
• Familiarity with requirements management and verification.
• Familiarity with MS Office programs – Excel, Word, Visio.
• Familiarity with layout tools – like PADs software.

Benefits

• Annual incentive plan (bonus).
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Up to 10 paid holidays per year.
• 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paid.
• Other ancillary insurance options available.
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable).
• Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salary.
• Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year.

Pay

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. Pay is determined by considering several job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including the position’s responsibilities, work experience, education/training, location, and key skills needed.