Hardware Engineer

Location: Springfield, VA, US. Schedule: Full-Time, Day shift. Travel: No. Clearance: Top Secret required; ability to obtain TS/SCI.

About the role

The candidate for this Hardware Engineer position will conduct testing of equipment to ensure the accurate level of integrity for the system. Perform visual and operational inspections of office equipment, including bench testing, use of digital imaging tools, and approved test procedures in accordance with OEM and current U.S. Government specifications.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Research statistical, narrative, and electronic information and draw conclusions.
• Work cooperatively with other staff, think conceptually, observe and evaluate trends, analyze data, and draw conclusions.
• Disassemble equipment to the printed circuit board level, inspect, reassemble, install modifications as required, and conduct final operational testing.
• Perform non‑destructive testing, inspection, diagnosis, and mitigation of technical security vulnerabilities of IT hardware, including workstations, printers, network components, VTCs, and telephony equipment.
• Provide overseas field engineering service, including maintenance and final disposition of IT hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with two or more years of experience, or an associate’s degree with four years of experience; additional experience may substitute for a degree.
• Military and/or Intelligence Community experience in a relevant technical field (Electrical Engineering Technology or related) is preferred.
• Ability to read and apply schematics and technical manuals.
• Effective oral and written communication of technical information.
• Strong networking and Call Manager experience a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

• Regular walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Frequent sitting; occasional standing and walking.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision, ability to adjust focus, and color vision required.

Clearance

U.S. Citizenship required. Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.

Pay

Target salary range: $80,001 – $120,000 (based on experience and other factors).