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TAP Engineering

Software Engineer Level 3

Hanover, MD · On-site

TAP Engineering (LLC) is a small, Maryland-based firm providing secure, trusted microelectronics hardware engineering, firmware development, and research support to the DoD, Intelligence Community ...

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What is a microelectronics engineer?

A Microelectronics Engineer designs, develops, and tests small electronic components and systems, such as microchips, semiconductors, and circuit boards. They work in industries like consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and aerospace. Their responsibilities include circuit design, fabrication, troubleshooting, and optimizing electronic performance. They may also collaborate with teams to improve manufacturing processes and innovate new technologies.

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

To thrive as a Microelectronics Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, semiconductor device physics, and circuit design, often backed by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with CAD tools like Cadence or Synopsys, PCB layout software, and industry certifications such as IPC standards is highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork skills help distinguish top candidates in this field. These capabilities are crucial for successfully designing, testing, and optimizing complex microelectronic systems within collaborative, innovative environments.

What are some common challenges faced by microelectronics engineers in their daily work?

Microelectronics Engineers often encounter challenges such as staying updated with rapidly evolving technologies, managing tight project deadlines, and troubleshooting complex circuitry issues. Additionally, balancing the trade-offs between performance, cost, and manufacturability requires keen analytical thinking and continuous learning. Engineers may also work closely with multidisciplinary teams—including product designers, test engineers, and manufacturing specialists—to ensure design integrity from concept through production. Being adaptable and receptive to feedback is vital, as solutions often require iterative improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

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Hardware Design Engineer with Security Clearance

Legato LLC

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Legato, LLC recruiters () would love to speak with you regarding the following position: Hardware Design Engineer in Annapolis Junction, MD. Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph Salary Range: $165,000-$220,000, depending on experience.  About the Role:
The Hardware Design Engineer designs and tests new integrated circuits and hardware components for a wide variety of signal processing applications and research. They design, document, and develop code (including firmware) for digital signal processors or other programmable Harare devices such as Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) hardware. They will analyze the function of existing integrated circuits and hardware components for the purpose of reverse engineering the hardware and firmware. They will conduct the necessary hardware engineering and related function to modify and adapt vendor-manufactured hardware to meet special Government needs and contingencies.
What You Will Do:
Position will focus on PCB design and layout; some reverse engineering, to include the analysis of integrated circuits, at both the macro cell/digital level, and the transistor/analog level. There is a push for FPGA and integrated circuit security analysis and recommendations/guidelines.  Experience with microelectronics.  That includes experience with ASIC design tools such as Cadence or Synopsis or FPGA design tools such as Altera Quartus or Xilinx Vivado.  There are many types of circuits or products that use ASICs and FPGAs, so anything that involves the design of those devices would be desirable, especially if it involves security design or security analysis.  Experience doing physical partitioning or analysis of the FPGA fabric would be desirable. Experience with ASIC design is desirable, but there will not be any new ASIC designs.  Our minimum requirements for this role:
Some experience working with guidance evaluating FPGA or ASIC technologies to make recommendations to the customer
A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering of the same.
A bachelor’s degree in a related field. Five (5) years of experience may be substituted for the degree, for a total of twelve (12) years of experience minimum. About Your New Company
Legato, LLC is a dynamic small business headquartered in Columbia, near Ft. Meade, MD. Our positions include Cyber, Software, Systems, Networking, Data Science and other complex engineering capabilities. We set ourselves apart by having employees in the top of their field and who enjoy working at Legato for its attention to its employees, aggressive compensation, and upward mobility possibilities.
We offer a generous benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental benefits. A minimum of four (4) weeks of paid time off including a week of sick leave. Legato gives our employees 11 federal holidays off and a 401(k) employer match with no vesting schedule. There is an opportunity to earn referral benefits or bank hours if the contract allows.
Legato LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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