Hardware Engineer Stf - E4

About the role

Conducts or participates in the research, design, development, and testing of COTS or custom computing hardware and/or other electrical components. Develops designs for the installation of components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, customer facilities, and/or shelters. Plans, directs, reviews and coordinates preparation of project documentation to ensure customer contract and company requirements are met. Prepares specifications, evaluates vendors, and analyzes test reports.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware problems using various tools and techniques, such as fault analysis, signal tracing, and debugging
• Repair or replace faulty components, such as circuit boards, power supplies, or mechanical parts
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, calibration, and testing, to prevent future hardware failures
• Collaborate with other engineers, technicians, or manufacturers to resolve complex hardware issues or to design and implement repairs
• Develop and implement repair procedures, protocols, and standards to ensure efficient and effective hardware maintenance
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes of hardware failures and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, including documentation of faults, repairs, and test results

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related STEM discipline
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience, or 3 years of professional experience with a related Master's degree
• Experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF equipment, and other lab/test equipment
• Experience building custom cable assemblies
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and exercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches
• Prior experience managing labs and lab equipment with complex electronics systems
• Track record of hands on experience

Skills

• Hardware troubleshooting and repair experience in lab, depot, and production environments
• Solder experience
• The ability to effectively communicate intricate technical details
• An internal drive and desire to figure out and solve problems
• Experience in the design, development, and production phases of a contract
• Experience working across multiple disciplines
• Familiarity with ISO/AS quality principles/practices

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $104,900.00 - $194,700.00

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

Washington state applicants only: Non-represented full-time employees accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.