Digital Hardware Engineer

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Job Description

As a Digital Hardware Engineer at Nokia Space and Defense, you'll play a critical role in designing innovative circuit solutions that meet the stringent requirements of modern defense communications. Collaborating closely with product architects, mechanical designers, and software engineers, you'll transform complex product requirements into precise hardware designs, from block diagram to schematic level. You'll work in a dynamic environment where teamwork and creativity drive success, actively engaging with PCB layout experts to ensure seamless integration.

Your contributions will be vital in reporting on program status and interfacing with supply chain representatives for prototype development. Join a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional networks for NATO and allied nations, fostering an atmosphere of innovation and excellence that challenges you to grow and lead within the field.

• Lead circuit design and evaluation of third‑party hardware for defense systems, ensuring compliance with stringent requirements.
• Collaborate with Product Architects to transform product needs into precise hardware specifications and design requirements.
• Develop and refine electrical designs from block diagrams to detailed schematics, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to create a cohesive, multidisciplinary design solution.
• Engage with PCB layout specialists to translate electrical designs into practical, manufacturable products.
• Oversee program status reporting and communicate progress in release manager meetings, ensuring transparency and alignment with management.
• Coordinate with the Supply Chain team for material acquisition, prototyping, and factory testing to meet project timelines.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior hardware team members, fostering their growth and enhancing team capabilities.

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 3+ years of experience in hardware electrical design for production
• Proficiency in simulation tools for design elements like power consumption and thermal performance
• Strong knowledge of the product development process
• Experience in managing customer and partner/vendor relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with advanced PCB design and layout
• Familiarity with multiple hardware engineering disciplines, including mechanical design
• Knowledge of prototyping and factory assembly processes
• Experience leading projects and providing technical guidance to junior team members

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short‑term disability, and long‑term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.