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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Design Engineer - **Company:** AeroVironment, Inc. - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $270,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Altium Designer, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Electronic Design Automation, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, LTspice, MATLAB, Microsoft PowerPoint, Simulation Software, Pcb Layout - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/8594E084ED594F50B854488B560DB9F4/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience * Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience * Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret security clearance. * Understanding and application of industry electrical engineering technical standards; demonstrated electrical component design experience * Experience with circuit design and application * Experience using analytical and simulation software tools, such as LTspice, LabView, MATLAB or Python, to analyze and reduce data to identify key characteristics and trends * Demonstrated experience in electrical power distribution and design systems system design * Ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics * Experience with requirements-driven hardware design and circuitry design * Experience with classified test systems or systems subject to cyber security policies * Experience with analog and digital circuit design * Experience with HDI printed circuit board design and layout using ECAD tools (Strong preference for familiarity with Altium Designer) * Ability to present engineering materials for requirements, design, and various milestones * Experience evaluating commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) parts for compliance * Experience researching, developing, designing and testing circuits, components and equipment systems * Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is essential. * Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft business tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering. * Experience supporting a DoD from concept through deployment. * Experience developing and releasing formal engineering documentation including technical drawings, specifications, and test procedures Physical Demands: * Ability to work in an office (Constant) * Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) ## Description The primary role of the Hardware Design Engineer is hands-on engineering, focused on embedded electronics, subsystem integration, and associated testing. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams, government customers, and suppliers to deliver cutting-edge solutions in a mission-critical environment., * Design, analyze, and test electrical hardware for embedded platforms. * Develop and manage electrical schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and cable assemblies. * Support component selection and procurement, ensuring conformance with military and environmental standards. * Conduct design verification, validation, and hardware troubleshooting during lab tests. * Collaborate with systems engineers to define and implement electrical interfaces, requirements, and ICDs. * Assist in environmental qualification testing (e.g., vibration, thermal, shock). * Support integration and test activities in lab and field environments. * Document engineering work through detailed drawings, reports, test plans, and configuration control systems. * Assist with program schedule creation and hardware development planning * Develop engineering labor and material estimates ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) ## Related Articles - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)