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# Senior Digital Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** Nokia
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Digital Electronics, Hardware Design, Release Management, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/4ed566f5-0c0f-4cf0-9c73-2ee4274e6a21/senior-digital-hardware-engineer

## About the Role

The Hardware Design Engineer will lead the design, development, and evaluation of electrical hardware for mission-critical defense systems. This role is responsible for translating product requirements into detailed hardware specifications and reliable, production-ready electrical designs, working closely with product architects, mechanical and software engineers, PCB layout specialists, and supply chain partners throughout the product development lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings 10-15+ years of hands-on hardware design experience, strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and simulation tools, and a proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineers. This position requires a collaborative, detail-oriented engineer who can drive designs from initial concept and schematics through prototyping, factory testing, and production while ensuring performance, reliability, manufacturability, and compliance with demanding defense requirements., * Bachelor's degree in engineering

 * Min. 10-15 years of experience in hardware electrical design for production
 * Proficiency in simulation tools for design elements like power consumption and thermal performance
 * Strong knowledge of the product development process, * Experience with advanced PCB design and layout
 * Familiarity with multiple hardware engineering disciplines, including mechanical design
 * Knowledge of prototyping and factory assembly processes
 * Experience leading projects and providing technical guidance to junior team members

## Description

* Lead circuit design and evaluation of third-party hardware for defense systems, ensuring compliance with stringent requirements.
 * Collaborate with Product Architects to transform product needs into precise hardware specifications and design requirements.
 * Develop and refine electrical designs from block diagrams to detailed schematics, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
 * Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to create a cohesive, multidisciplinary design solution.
 * Engage with PCB layout specialists to translate electrical designs into practical, manufacturable products.
 * Oversee program status reporting and communicate progress in release manager meetings, ensuring transparency and alignment with management.
 * Coordinate with the Supply Chain team for material acquisition, prototyping, and factory testing to meet project timelines.
 * Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior hardware team members, fostering their growth and enhancing team capabilities.