What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Hardware Engineer position at PDW?
Company Overview
At Performance Drone Works (PDW), we’re at the forefront of creating custom small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for the modern warfighter. PDW is proudly American-owned, with all design, engineering, and manufacturing of our products taking place domestically.
Position Overview
PDW seeks a skilled Electrical Hardware Engineer to join our team, contributing to the next wave of system and tool development for our upcoming product lines. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting in architectural design, parts selection, validation test design, and overseeing hardware and software development cycles for a variety of sUAS systems.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will thrive working in an innovative and fast-paced work environment, able to deal with problems on the fly, and delivers thoughtfully designed and highly adaptable systems.
- Perform Hardware design tasks such as schematic capture, schematic review, layout, layout review, architecture design and parts selection.
- Work together with the Hardware team to develop trajectories for our hardware projects.
- Develop testing criteria, plans and test fixtures for design verification and production certification.
- Generate engineering-grade reports, perform part cost analysis, and define part performance measurement criteria.
- Assist in the identification and implementation of process improvements.
- Collaborate with a strong engineering team and company stakeholders.
Requirements
- Strong skills in Altium Designer.
- Extensive knowledge of electronic hardware and system design.
- Experience with controlled impedance, length matching, and/or high speed signaling.
- Experience with MIPI-CSI, MIPI-DSI, Gigabit Ethernet and other high speed signals.
- Experience with high power systems; including a strong understanding of circuit design constraints inside these systems.
- Knowledge of common communication buses; such as I2C, CAN, Serial, and SPI – along with their debugging procedures.
- Ability to create PCB stack ups that are optimized for power distribution and noise reduction.
- Experience developing custom Altium jobs, Draftsman fabrication, and assembly documents.
- Soldering experience.
- Candidates with experience in UAV aircrafts, robotics development, and/or hobby drones will be given special consideration.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools, including Project.
- 5 Years Professional Hardware Engineering Experience and/or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly, with occasional heavier lifting
- Employee must be able to stand, walk, and bend for long periods, as well as push, pull, and maneuver carts and packages
- Manual dexterity is necessary for handling
Work Environment
- Operates primarily in a professional, climate-controlled office, warehouse, manufacturing and shipping environment. At times, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety gloves, goggles, and hearing protection may be required.
- Standard hours are Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM, with occasional overtime as operational needs may require.
ITAR Requirement
In compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) or individuals granted asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Compensation and Benefits
PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
- Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- A work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
- Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.
- On-site fitness center.
EEO Statement
PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.