Digital Design Engineer
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer -
IT/Tech
Systems Engineer
Overview
Rochester, New York
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: 9/80 (Employees work 9 out of every 14 days — totaling 80 hours worked — every other Friday off)
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain US Secret Security Clearance
At our company, we design and deliver advanced communications systems that keep military forces and mission partners securely connected worldwide. We are seeking a Digital Design Electrical Engineer who is passionate about solving complex digital hardware design challenges and contributing to the next generation of software-defined radios (SDR) and tactical communication systems.
This role is responsible for leading digital hardware design and development from concept through production
, partnering closely with cross-functional teams including FPGA, DSP, RF, and embedded systems
.
- Lead digital hardware research, design, and development related to software-defined radios
- Perform:
- simulation
- prototyping
- schematic capture
- printed wiring board (PWB) understanding
- flexible circuit layout understanding
- Hands-on measurement and debugging of:
- high-speed interfaces
- digital/electrical interfaces
- Analyze electrical requirements and determine feasibility within time/cost constraints
- Prioritize issues based on:
- technical complexity
- business/revenue impact
- Drive product development activities including:
- component selection
- design updates
- ECO/change orders
- factory implementation
- Extensive use of lab test equipment including:
- oscilloscopes
- spectrum analyzers
- network analyzers
- signal generators
- Use high-level programming languages to:
- configure programmable logic devices
- control electrical circuits
- automate tasks / improve efficiency
- Perform integration with subsystems including:
- RF
- FPGA
- DSP
- embedded firmware
- test equipment
- Provide timely and thorough support to resolve issues impacting production and revenue
- Work autonomously and collaboratively with a strong problem-solving mindset
- Ability to obtain US Secret Security Clearance
- Bachelor s Degree + 6 years relevant experience OR
- Graduate Degree + 4 years related experience OR
- In lieu of degree: 10 years related experience
- Knowledge of emerging digital design trends (new parts, manufacturers, capabilities, analysis)
- Hands-on experience with high-speed digital communication protocols such as:
- USB
- Gigabit Ethernet
- PCI Express (PCIe)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in large engineering environments
Full Name:
Degree Major with University and Completion year:
Eligible to obtain US Secret Security Clearance?
Total experience as Digital Design Electrical Engineer:
Total experience in Digital Hardware Design (in years):
Do you have experience designing Software Defined Radios (SDR)?
Do you have experience in Tactical Communications products?
Total experience with simulation, prototyping & schematic capture:
Experience with printed wiring board (PWB) and flexible circuit layout understanding (Yes/No):
Total experience with high-speed digital interface measurement/debugging:
Experience with component selection, ECO/change orders & factory implementation (Yes/No):
Do you have experience integrating with RF, FPGA, DSP, embedded firmware subsystems?
High-speed digital protocols experience (USB / Gb Ethernet / PCIe Express):
Programming languages used for automation/configuration (C/C++/Python/etc.):
Experience configuring programmable logic devices (Yes/No):
Experience working with lab equipment (Oscilloscope/Spectrum/Network Analyzer/Signal Generator) (Yes/No):
Can you prioritize tasks/issues based on business impact and technical challenge?
Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local):
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Contact Number:
Email :
Linked In :
Full Address (Street, City, States, Zip Code):
Notice period: (in weeks):
Current work authorization status (US Citizen, Green Card, etc.):
Expected Salary:
Are you able to work onsite in Rochester, NY? (Yes/No):
Willing to relocate to Rochester, NY (if not local)? (Yes/No):
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