Digital Design Engineer

Digital Design Engineer

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 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