Hardware/Electrical Design Engineer

Are you a hands-on hardware design expert with a passion for ruggedized systems? ArgonFDS is seeking a Hardware/Electrical Design Engineer who thrives in environments that demand both analog and digital PCB expertise. You'll be a key contributor in developing mission-critical technology for aerospace and defense applications.

What You’ll Do

Lead analog and digital PCB designs using Altium Designer—from schematic capture to layout and validation

Design and integrate custom boards and COTS components optimized for rugged environments

Support all phases of engineering reviews including PDR, CDR, TRR, and PRR

Use GIDEP tools to evaluate part risks including obsolescence and counterfeit detection

Collaborate across teams to improve design for manufacturability, performance, and ruggedization

Create engineering drawings, system block diagrams, and detailed documentation for extreme environments

Select and integrate components for computing, display systems, storage, and power

What You Bring

Bachelor’s in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field

4–7 years of experience in hardware design, with deep Altium Designer proficiency

Strong foundation in analog, digital, and mixed-signal PCB design

Experience with ruggedized electronics (shock, vibration, temperature tolerance)

Familiarity with lab testing tools (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.)

CAD software knowledge (SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD)

Preferred Experience

Designing PCBs for aerospace, fixed-wing, and rotorcraft systems

Analog signal processing and high-speed digital systems

Power management, video signal conversion, and embedded hardware

MIL/DOD compliance and system-level rugged design standards

Why Join ArgonFDS?

Small team environment with high ownership and impact

Competitive benefits including full health coverage, 401(k), and paid time off

Work on advanced aerospace systems with a skilled and mission-driven team

If you’re ready to design what flies and functions in the harshest environments, we want to meet you.