Digital Engineer III

Job Description

The Digital Hardware Engineer III is responsible for the design, development, integration, and verification of high-reliability digital electronics for aerospace and defense applications. This role independently executes complex hardware designs while collaborating with FPGA, firmware, software, systems, and manufacturing teams to deliver products that meet performance, reliability, and schedule objectives.

Develop hardware designs for Space grade and High Reliability modules. This includes component selection, schematic capture, creation of design constraints and oversight of the layout process.

Perform component trade studies and part selection.

Develop interface requirements.

Identify and resolve hardware issues during development and post-production.

Work with software teams, firmware teams, manufacturing teams, and other engineers to integrate hardware and software solutions.

Create detailed documentation for designs, testing procedures, and other relevant information.

Optimize designs for performance, reliability, and cost.

Provide technical guidance to Junior Engineers.

Participate in peer design reviews

Experience:

Education:

Electrical (Bachelor's degree) or Computer Engineering (Bachelor's degree). Or nine (9) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.

Experience:

Minimum five (5) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. Or three (3) years of experience may be considered with a Master's Degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Design experience with ARM or Intel based microprocessors.

Design with AMD And/Or Lattice FPGA's

Proficiency in schematic capture with Siemens DXDesigner or Altium Designer

Experience with the design, constraint and integration of high-speed interfaces. (e.g., PCIe Gen 3/4, 10 GbE, 40 GbE, 100 GbE, DDR4).

High current/low voltage switching power supply experience

Experience collaborating with embedded software and firmware engineers to ensure seamless product verification and successful integration of hardware with FPGA and software functionality.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Experience with Hyperlynx SI/PI

Experience in Rad hard or high reliability design

About Frontgrade At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible.

From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law. Other benefits include:

Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision

401K Match with 100% immediate vesting

9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles

Career Opportunity and Growth

Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment

Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)

8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave