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# Senior Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** Round Peg Solutions
- **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $155,000.0 - $190,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Altium Designer, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Hardware Design, Verification and Validation (Software), PIC Microcontroller, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** June 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ade95e85a076692b

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Microcontrollers?, Do you have a Master of Science?, * Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (M.S. preferred).

 * 8-10+ years in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability environments.

 * Expertise in digital and mixed-signal design, verification, and qualification.

 * Experience with microcontrollers, ARM-based processors, and interfaces

 * Skilled in Altium, Cadence, or Allegro.

 * Strong debugging and analytical skills with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.

 * Excellent communication and leadership ability., If you're passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and want your work to make a difference - we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you'll take ownership of complex electronic hardware - leading design, testing, and delivery from concept to production. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where your work will have real-world impact in defence and aerospace applications.

What You'll Do as the Senior Hardware Engineer

 * Lead hardware design from concept through validation and release.

 * Own schematic design, component selection, PCB layout, and reviews.

 * Build, test, and debug prototypes - driving root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

 * Collaborate with systems, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure integration and performance.

 * Develop verification and validation plans aligned with aerospace/defense standards.

 * Mentor junior engineers and champion best design practices.


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