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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Engineer - **Company:** Quality Support Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Altium Designer, Analog Electronics, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Microprocessors, Electronic Design Automation, Firmware, Hardware Design, OrCAD, Systems Integration, IT Architecture, Test Scripts - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://qualitysupport.com/job/hardware-engineer-i ## About the Role Quality Support, Inc., openings for Hardware Engineers entry level to 2+ years of related experience with a background of submarine electronic subsystem requirements, development, testing, building, maintaining, and troubleshooting AI infrastructure under the guidance of senior staff. In this role, you will assist with design, development, and testing of our rapidly expanding AI infrastructure. Working alongside senior engineers, you will ensure the highest levels of system availability, performance, and security as we bring innovative products from concept to prototype to mass production. Preferred Virginia Class Submarine Program and/or Columbia Class Submarine Program background/experience but not required. Secret and Top-Secret clearances required. Must be a US Citizen., * Technical Skills: Familiarity with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, KiCad, OrCAD) and basic circuit simulation tools. * Lab Skills: Practical experience using standard electronic lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators). * Foundational knowledge of microcontrollers, microprocessors, and digital/analog circuit design. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a drive to learn new technologies. * Communication skills * Teamwork * Analyzing information * Hardware/AI design * Hardware/AI documentation * Hardware/AI testing * Hardware/AI programming skills * Hardware/AI development fundamentals * Hardware/AI development process * System/AI requirements * Hardware in an AI architecture setting * The desire to be challenged and think out of the box Education / Experience Required * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field * Entry level to two plus years of hands-on hardware design or relevant academic project/internship experience * Entry level to two plus years of experience as a Hardware/AI Engineer * One plus years of experience with AI, would be helpful * Master's degree in electrical or computer engineering as a future education goal ## Description Transform AI technology into opportunity as a Hardware Engineer at QSI. 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