PCB Design Engineer

Amca is building America’s new industrial base. Since the 1990s, our ability to build new aviation and military systems and maintain the ones we already have has eroded. Today, the gap between what the nation needs to produce and what it is capable of producing is the largest it has been in generations. To help close that gap, Amca rapidly develops and manufactures new critical components and subsystems required to build and sustain the planes, military vehicles, and core infrastructure America needs. Today, we operate seven factories nationwide, including our advanced prototyping and testing headquarters in El Segundo, and deliver avionics, hydraulic, and electrical components for platforms such as the F-35, F-16, F/A-18, 737MAX, 787, A320neo, A321, Mk-48, and M1 Abrams. As a PCB Designer on the Amca Electrical Team you'll perform printed circuit board layouts from designed circuit schematics as part of a larger interdisciplinary team. You'll work directly with electrical engineers to review and update schematics at each design review, and with mechanical engineer counterparts to determine fastener and EEE component placement so your designs can survive the harsh environments experienced by a spacecraft (thermal, shock, vibe, EMI, etc). You'll also own the standardization and integrity of our PCB component libraries, enabling the broader engineering team to deliver flight-ready boards on aggressive schedules. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role for engineers who are passionate about circuit board design, thrive on technical challenges. Responsibilities Review and update schematics for compilation requirements, and assist engineers in capturing hierarchical designsDetermine layer stackup, component package selection, placement, routing feasibility studies, and signal routing across digital, analog, RF, and power conversion PCBsWork with Electrical Design Engineers to properly layout and route PCBs for a range of end applications that will be exposed to harsh environmentsInterface with manufacturing to produce designs that meet DFM guidelinesOwn the creation, maintenance, and standardization of PCB component libraries (symbols, footprints, 3D models, and metadata), ensuring they're accurate, manufacturable, and compliant with IPC Class 3 and Amca's internal standardsReview new component requests and validate footprints, 3D models, and pin assignmentsMaintain and version-control library data, ensuring documentation and traceability for production releaseInterface with vendors to confirm part specifications, availability, and manufacturabilityCreate and release documentation for the fabrication of PCBsCollaborate with internal teams and PCB vendors to continually improve design rules, constraints, and design-for-test/manufacture guidelinesEnable rapid iteration cycles by providing verified, production-ready library components for design re-spinsUtilize, maintain, and evaluate PCB design tools, and mentor teammates on tool use, library best practices, IPC standards, and DFM considerations Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering2+ years of experience in electronics hardware design (academic projects, internships, and professional experience qualify)2+ years of experience with electrical test equipment (multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes) to verify hardware functionalityExperience managing or contributing to component libraries, including symbols, footprints, 3D models, and metadataExperience with schematic capture and PCB layout software (KiCad, Altium, Eagle, Xpedition), with strong Altium proficiency a plus Preferred Skills And Experience Experience with electrical simulation software (LTspice, SIMetrix, or similar) and signal/power integrity tools (SiWave, HFSS, ADS, CST)Ability to design analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuitsKnowledge of digital communications interfaces including SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, and RS-422Familiarity with best layout practices for low-noise design and EMI/EMC minimizationSolid understanding of high-density, multi-layer PCB design practicesDemonstrated understanding of design for manufacturability, assembly, and testExperience with IPC Standards, including support for IPC Class 3 designsExperience in aerospace, missile systems, spaceflight, defense, or other high-reliability environmentsKnowledge of industry standards (IPC, JEDEC, etc)Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere with extreme ownership from start to finishSelf-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skillsCreative problem solver capable of working within a multidisciplinary team, with the ability to mentor others on library and design quality Additional Requirements Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission-critical deadlines Annual Salary Range $130,000 - $200,000 USD This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3). 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