Principal Digital Design Engineer (DOD cleared)

Associates Systems LLC

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

All Qualified candidates will be responded to in 24 hours or less
Interim Secret required prior to start
Employment type: Full Time W-2 or Contract
Rate: open to Negotiation
Benefits: including Health, Dental Vision, PTO, Holidays, 401K,etcDigital Design Engineer

Location: Tucson, AZ
Schedule: On-Site | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Clearance: Secret

Role Summary

We are seeking a Digital Design Engineer to support the design, analysis, simulation, test, and integration of digital electronic modules and circuit card assemblies for advanced missile systems.

This role is focused on full lifecycle digital hardware development, including requirements analysis, architecture definition, schematic capture, circuit card design support, lab checkout, and hardware integration. The engineer will work in a collaborative, on-site team environment supporting complex electronic assemblies used in high-reliability defense applications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, analyze, simulate, test, and integrate digital electronic modules and circuit card assemblies.
  • Support development of hardware designs involving processors, FPGAs, memory, and digital interface technologies.
  • Create, analyze, and manage hardware requirements for digital circuit card designs.
  • Perform parts selection, trade studies, and component-level design evaluations.
  • Develop hardware architecture concepts, block diagrams, and design documentation.
  • Support schematic capture and coordinate with layout teams through the physical PCB layout process.
  • Contribute to multi-layer circuit card assembly design, review, and development activities.
  • Perform lab checkout, debug, and integration of hardware using test plans and engineering lab equipment.
  • Support signal integrity, power integrity, and layout-related design analysis.
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering teams to resolve design, integration, and test issues.
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in electronics circuit design and development.
  • Experience with digital hardware design for complex electronic systems or multi-assembly units.
  • Experience developing and supporting complex, multi-layer circuit card assemblies.
  • Strong understanding of circuit card design principles, including schematic development and layout coordination.
  • Experience with digital designs involving processors, FPGAs, memory devices, and embedded interfaces.
  • Proficiency with electronic design and simulation tools used for schematic creation, PCB layout support, and signal/power integrity analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with hardware checkout, integration, debug, and test execution in a lab environment.
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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Digital Hardware Design Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Digital Hardware Design Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in hardware description languages (HDLs) such as Verilog or VHDL, experience with digital design tools like CAD software and simulation platforms, and a strong understanding of digital logic, microprocessors, and computer architecture. Soft skills that contribute to success in this role include strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, effective communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. By combining these technical and soft skills, Digital Hardware Design Engineers can effectively design, develop, and test complex digital systems, driving innovation and advancing their careers in the field.

Q: What is the career path for a Digital Hardware Design Engineer?

A: A Digital Hardware Design Engineer's career progression typically begins as a Junior Design Engineer, where they design and develop digital circuits and systems under the guidance of senior engineers. As they gain experience, they advance to roles such as Senior Design Engineer, where they lead design teams and take on more complex projects, and eventually to Principal Engineer or Technical Lead, where they oversee entire design teams and contribute to company-wide technical strategies. Throughout their career, Digital Hardware Design Engineers can develop skills in areas like computer-aided design (CAD), verification, and testing, as well as soft skills like project management and team leadership, ultimately leading to opportunities in technical management, research and development, or even entrepreneurship.



Associates Systems LLC job posting for a Principal Digital Design Engineer (DOD cleared) in Tucson, AZ with a salary of $43 to $82 Hourly and benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, PTO, and Retirement with a map of Tucson location.