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A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

San Diego, CA

$131K - $173K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$132K - $175K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$131K - $173K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$131K - $173K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$132K - $175K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

A2e Technologies

Lead Hardware Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$133K - $175K/yr

Lead Hardware Engineer Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia Start Date: ASAP Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only * Experience ...

Ryzen

ECAD SW Development Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

ECAD SW Development Engineer (Contract Position) Job TitleECAD SW Development Engineer The Apple Hardware Engineering organization is looking for an ECAD development engineer, to develop solutions to ...

Kodiak

Sensor Hardware Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$145K - $192K/yr

We are looking for a Sensor Hardware Engineer to join us and help develop world-class sensor ... Manage relationships with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and external partners * Work with the ...

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What is a hardware engineer contract?

A Hardware Engineer Contract job is a temporary or project-based role where engineers design, develop, and test hardware components for various systems. These contracts may last from a few months to a year or more, depending on the project's needs. Contractors often work for tech companies, manufacturers, or consulting firms, bringing specialized expertise without long-term commitments. This role typically involves circuit design, PCB layout, prototyping, and testing. Contract hardware engineers may work on-site or remotely, depending on the employer's requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hardware engineer contract?

To thrive as a Hardware Engineer Contract, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, circuit design, and prototyping, often supported by a relevant degree and hands-on experience. Familiarity with CAD software, PCB layout tools, and hardware validation systems is typically required, and certifications like IPC-A-610 or CompTIA ITF+ can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help you excel within cross-functional teams and manage shifting project priorities. These competencies ensure you can deliver robust hardware solutions on time, collaborate effectively, and adapt to the dynamic nature of contract work.

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As a contract hardware engineer, you'll often work on short- to mid-term projects such as new product development, system upgrades, or prototype testing for a variety of clients. Environments vary from in-house R&D labs and manufacturing floors to remote collaboration with distributed teams, depending on the client and project scope. You'll typically work alongside firmware engineers, product managers, and test engineers to deliver integrated solutions. This variety offers exposure to different industries and technologies, building both your expertise and professional network.

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Lead Hardware Engineer

A2e Technologies

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Title: Lead Hardware Engineer

Term: Long-Term Contract/Perm

Location: San Diego, Ca, Irvine, Ca, Los Angeles, Ca, Virginia

Start Date: ASAP 

Required: US Citizen or Green Card Holder Only

  • Experience designing high-speed digital boards (>1GHz signals) with DDR, FPGAs, Networking, etc.
  • Experience with Altium schematic capture
  • Experience with EMC mitigation techniques and testing
  • Signal Integrity simulation experience.  
  • Power Integrity simulation experience *A Plus!
  • Some experience with FPGA design and toolsets *A Plus!
  • Quality candidates will have experience with: 
  • Bringing up circuit boards.
  • With technical equipment such as but not limited to power supplies, function generators, DMMs, Oscilloscopes with specialized probes.
  • Working in a professional laboratory setting.
  • With test execution, including test case generation, execution, and reporting.
  • Debugging and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and provide detailed analysis.
  • Knowledge of verification methodologies and standards relevant to the space industry.

Requirements

Additional Requirements:

  • Verilog / VHDL/SystemVerilog/Vitis, Versal
  • Experience with latest versions of some Xilinx / Altera devices such as: Kintex, Artix, Zynq, Cyclone V, Cyclone V SoC, Stratix, Arria
  • Experience with Vivado and/or latest version of Quartus
  • Schematic Capture with OrCAD, DxDesigner, or Altium
  •  Use of signal integrity tools such as HyperLynx a plus

Benefits


A2e Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact hr@a2etechnologies.com.

***No Recruiters Please***

    • A2e Does NOT work with Staffing Firms,
    • A2e Does NOT Accept Unsolicited Resumes,
    • A2e will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.