Hardware Engineering Manager

General Description:We are looking for a manager to lead our Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Group at HRL Laboratories. Our group is focused on the development, demonstration, and maturation of novel integrated circuits for high performance mixed-signal systems within a matrixed environment.Supervisory Responsibilities:As a manager to a group of technical staff, the candidate will guide team members careers by providing opportunities for development while engaging in regular formal and informal feedback discussions.The role consists of roughly 35% management and 65% technical contributions. Essential Duties:Contribute technically through direct technical work and/or technical project leadership. Skills and capabilities should be aligned with one or more of the following areas: Precision Analog, Data Converters (ADC/DAC), Digital RTL-to-GDS, Frequency Synthesizers, Tunable Filters, Subthreshold Logic, Subsystem/ Microsystem Architecture.Manage resources ( allocating team personnel to projects) and acquiring talent ( supporting recruitment)Enhance group member performance through informal and formal feedbackLead and influence strategic planning and technical direction within the department and across the broader reach of HRL departments, laboratories, and projects. Including business development strategy.Required Skills:The candidate must have:At least 3 years of experience in a role involving people management of highly trained technical staff. Demonstrated experience with successful resource allocation and management.Experience with line management functions, such as drafting job descriptions, hiring staff, and providing critical feedback to staff.8 years of technical expertise in subsystem/ microsystem architecture.Required Education:MS or in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related scientific disciplinePhysical Requirements:Be able to work onsite 5 days a week at our Westlake Village/ Thousand Oaks Site.Special Requirements:US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance.Active SSBI is a plus.Compensation:The base salary range for this full-time position is $182,720 - $234,168 bonus benefits.Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.