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Hardware Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$107K - $179K/yr

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to ... MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Hardware Engineer to join our team in ...

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Hardware Engineer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$111K - $147K/yr

Garland Technology is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Hardware Engineer to design and support advanced Ethernet switching products. This role involves full lifecycle hardware ...

Hardware Engineer

Richardson, TX

$112K - $148K/yr

Garland Technology is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Hardware Engineer to design and support advanced Ethernet switching products. This role involves full lifecycle hardware ...

Hardware Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

As a Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for advanced research, new product development, and support for existing product manufacturing operations in the primary market segments including ...

Hardware Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking a highly experienced Hardware Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and fielding of advanced integrated networking and computing systems for tactical ...

Hardware Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Description Position Summary We are seeking a highly experienced Hardware Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and fielding of advanced integrated networking and computing systems for ...

Hardware Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

As a Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for advanced research, new product development, and support for existing product manufacturing operations in the primary market segments including ...

Hardware Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking a highly experienced Hardware Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and fielding of advanced integrated networking and computing systems for tactical ...

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data ... Hardware Engineers will handle server board schematic and layout design and review, board and ...

Hardware Engineer

Boulder, CO

$130K - $171K/yr

With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our ... As Hardware Engineer you will: Design, build, and sustain the groundstation platform that supports ...

UAS Hardware Engineer

Dayton, OH

$115K - $151K/yr

BTAS is recruiting a UAS Hardware Engineer with expertise in UAV airframe design, materials, aerodynamics, vibration analysis, payload integration, and embedded systems to support advanced AFRL ...

Hardware Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Supermicro ® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data ... Hardware Engineers will handle server board schematic and layout design and review, board and ...

Hardware Engineer

Sterling, VA

$122K - $161K/yr

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration ... Job Title: Hardware Engineer Location:Sterling, VA Clearance:TS/SCI Poly **This position is ...

Hardware Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$122K - $161K/yr

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration ... Job Title: Hardware Engineer Location: Sterling, VA Clearance: TS/SCI Poly **This position is ...

Hardware Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our ... As Hardware Engineer you will: Design, build, and sustain the groundstation platform that supports ...

Hardware Engineer

Boulder, CO

$130K - $171K/yr

With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our ... As Hardware Engineer you will: Design, build, and sustain the groundstation platform that supports ...

Hardware Engineer

Boulder, CO

$130K - $171K/yr

With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our ... As Hardware Engineer you will: Design, build, and sustain the groundstation platform that supports ...

Hardware Engineer

Stanford, CA · On-site

$145K - $191K/yr

The Hardware Engineer will contribute to the development of OceanOne, help to integrate the 15 ... Advanced electromechanical skills and demonstrated experience with robotics. * Proven success in ...

Hardware Engineer

Stanford, CA · On-site

$145K - $191K/yr

The Hardware Engineer will contribute to the development of OceanOne, help to integrate the 15 ... Advanced electromechanical skills and demonstrated experience with robotics. * Proven success in ...

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How much do advanced hardware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for advanced hardware engineer in the United States is $146,230.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Advanced Hardware Engineer vs Hardware Design Engineer?

AspectAdvanced Hardware EngineerHardware Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; certifications like Cisco or FPGA designBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering; certifications in PCB design or FPGA are common
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, R&D departmentsDesign studios, R&D teams, manufacturing units
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, hardware manufacturers, defense contractorsElectronics firms, consumer electronics, embedded systems companies

The main difference is that Advanced Hardware Engineers focus on developing complex hardware systems, integrating multiple components, and optimizing performance. Hardware Design Engineers primarily focus on designing specific hardware components and circuits. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities within the hardware development process.

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Infographic showing various Advanced Hardware Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,230 per year, or $70.3 per hour.
Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer

ManTech International

Annapolis, MD • On-site

$107K - $179K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

General information
Requisition #
R68436
Locations
USA-MD-Annapolis Junction
Posting Date
06/05/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Hardware Engineer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD. Join a new and exciting opportunity to support national security by delivering mission-focused IT services for a dynamic and expanding program. In this role, you will help implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems while managing related infrastructure and ensuring operational integrity.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Manage hardware-related ServiceNow (SNOW), NLYTE, and JIRA tickets and provide regular updates to the customer
  • Plan all phases of hardware projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and maturing technical performance parameters
  • Perform engineering reviews of deployment packages submitted by customers to identify and resolve inconsistencies
  • Work closely with the systems engineering team to develop and validate hardware drawing packages
  • Complete documentation to obtain approvals for shipping equipment to pre-staging areas and keep stakeholders informed (e.g., MDATs, TOEs)
  • Perform immediate changes, maintenance, sustainment, and replacement of failed hardware (Break/Fix support)
  • Organize and lead hardware installations across multiple operational sites
  • Troubleshoot hardware issues and coordinate with multiple organizations while on TDY assignments as required

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field; an additional 5 years of hardware engineering experience might be substituted for a degree
  • 14+ years of experience as a Hardware Engineer analyzing complex hardware systems for SIGINT applications

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with ServiceNow and/or other ticketing systems
  • Travel 10%-20% CONUS/OCONUS as needed to rack and stack hardware, interpret a CRL, and cable racks based on technical documentation

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Physical Requirements:
  • The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 70% of the time
  • Occasionally move within the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, or virtual meetings, which may include delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $107,900.00-$179,400.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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