Hardware Engineer

QED Systems Inc
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$145,000.0 - $160,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Adobe InDesign Configuration Management Computer Engineering Computer Literacy Document Management Systems Firmware Systems Integration Computer Equipment Information Technology Hardware Asset Management Hardware Infrastructure

Job description

  • Research, design, develop, run tests, and evaluate computer hardware such as computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems, keyboards, modems, printers, and other related equipment.
  • Collaborate with software engineers and other scientists in design and testing of computer hardware, circuits, and related components.
  • Provide hardware engineering expertise for the research, design, development, and testing of computer hardware and associated electronic components.
  • Provide expert technical support for the diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex hardware, firmware, and system integration challenges in both laboratory and field environments.
  • Evaluate hardware performance and system designs, providing technical recommendations for hardware obsolescence management, technology insertion, and system upgrades to enhance capability and sustainability.
  • Support the configuration management of hardware components, document system configurations and managing engineering changes throughout the hardware lifecycle.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical writing?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Detail-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills., * Bachelor’s degree in related field required.

  • At least ten (10) years of related experience required.
  • Master’s degree in related field may substitute five (5) years of experience.

Travel:

Less than 10% travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations., * Be independently mobile.

  • Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
  • Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • AD&D insurance
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance, QED offers a competitive compensation package for full-time employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate’s specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

Benefits include:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Additional Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $145,000.00 - $160,000.00, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.

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