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# Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** QED Systems Inc
- **Location:** Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Computer Literacy, Document Management Systems, Firmware, Systems Integration, Computer Equipment, Information Technology, Hardware Asset Management, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** May 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3cd2f4663811c056

## About the Role

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.

## 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.


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