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Saransh Inc

Principal Hardware Engineer - Only W2

Foxboro, MA · On-site

$130K - $172K/yr

W2 Contract PSPICE Yes 1 Hardware Yes 1 *looking for candidate with 6 to 15 years of experience ... Prepares of engineering and release related reports for project review * Utilize engineering ...

UMass Lowell

Radar Hardware Engineer

Lowell, MA · On-site

The Radar Hardware Engineer position will be tasked with supporting STL's senior electrical ... Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be ...

Sloan Valve

Electronic Hardware Engineer II

Andover, MA · On-site

Sloan has an opening for an Electronic Hardware Engineer II in our Andover, MA facility, reporting ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will ...

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Inficare Technologies

POS Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

... years POS hardware experience * 1 year Oracle Symphony & Oracle Res Contract | Individual ... engineering role Ideal Candidate Summary A senior individual contributor with deep POS and QSR ...

Inficare Technologies

POS Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

... years POS hardware experience * 1 year Oracle Symphony & Oracle Res Contract | Individual ... engineering role Ideal Candidate Summary A senior individual contributor with deep POS and QSR ...

Cisco

Hardware Engineering Technical Leader

Maynard, MA

$130K - $172K/yr

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for hardware engineer contract in Boston, MA is $158,865.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,200.00 and $177,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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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Radar Hardware Engineer

University of Massachusetts

Lowell, MA • On-site

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Job description

Radar Hardware Engineer
Job no: 529796
Work type: Staff Full Time
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Submillimeter Wave Tech Lab
Pay Grade: P18
Categories: Laboratory & Research
General Summary of Position:
The Radar Hardware Engineer position will be tasked with supporting STL's senior electrical engineering team in RF to mm-wave system design, test, construction, and repair. The individual will also explore new areas of interest that are synergistic with STL's overall mission and support STL's DoD sponsor as directed by senior STL personnel.
1. Instrumentation Radar Development:
  • Support STL's senior staff members in the development, assembly, documentation and repair of instrumentation radar and related electronics systems operating in the RF to THz regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.
  • Interface with STL senior staff in support of the development of electronics system and sub-system performance specifications.

2. Digital Electronics System Development:
  • As directed, engage in activities such as:
    • The application of microcontrollers, SBCs, and/or FPGAs in support of instrumentation-radar system development and characterization.
    • The application of other digital or related technologies (i.e. ADCs, SDRs) in support of instrumentation-radar system development and characterization.
    • The integration and miniaturization of digital and/or analog-to-digital system and subsystems when directed by STL senior staff.

3. Analog/RF Electronics System Development:
  • As directed, engage in activities such as:
    • LabVIEW or Matlab scientific programming.
    • DC/RF/microwave/mm-wave discrete and/or integrated (PCB) subsystem design/layout.
    • Troubleshooting of new and previously existing radar hardware systems.
    • Development of data acquisition hardware and software.
    • Development and construction of motion control electronics systems and software.
    • Component-level layout and assembly (including soldering) of electronics systems and sub-systems.
    • Assist STL staff with ordering of parts including the generation of purchase orders.
    • Pursue the integration and miniaturization of analog RF/microwave systems and subsystems when directed by STL senior staff.

4. Other Support & Technical Development:
  • Collaborate with STL senior staff to explore new technical areas of scientific investigation synergistic with STL's broad mission and staff technical interests.
  • Assist STL's Manager - Compact Range Systems with compact range measurement configuration, setup, and execution when needed.

Other Job Duties:
  • To meet current specific sponsor requests, other related activities may be assigned by STL's Director or STL's Manager - Compact Range Systems.
  • This program requires strict adherence to STL's Security Policies, Safety Procedures, Technology Control Plan, and other security/safety related policies established by STL's FSO, COR, and Director.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Education:
  • A recent bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field is required.

Security Clearance:
  • The candidate must be able to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance within 6 months from the date of hire and maintain the clearance while employed at STL.

Additional Considerations:
Preferred Skills:
  • Hands-on experience with analog electronics - systems/circuits.
  • Good computer programming skills (e.g., LabVIEW, Matlab, Python, C/C++).
  • Experience in and an understanding of microwave electronics, components, circuits, microcontrollers, and FPGAs (Xilinx), radar or related systems/electronics, PCB design and layout, digital signal processing algorithms and hardware, signals and systems, as well as analog/RF circuit design.
  • Familiarity with common electronics instrumentation (signal generators, oscilloscopes, DVMs) and soldering/electronics assembly.
  • Experience documenting electronics development, including text descriptions/reports as well as circuit/block diagrams.
  • The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently as well as with a technically diverse engineering team.
  • The ideal candidate will also be highly motivated and have solid interpersonal and deadline management skills.
  • Overnight travel within the U.S. approx. 1-4 weeks per year may be required.

Internal/External Communications:
  • This position requires regular interaction with outside vendors and DoD contracting officers.
  • Regular interaction with STL staff is also required, especially STL's Radar Technician, Electronics and Computing Hardware Engineer, Manager - Compact Range Systems, and Director.
  • Patient and effective written and oral communication is necessary

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
This position is full-time, benefited and in the Grants & Contracts union in grade P18. Anticipated salary based on qualifications and the grant within the range: minimum: $72,170, 25th quartile of $82,093 and midpoint of $92,017.
This position is contingent upon funding.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
Advertised: Apr 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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