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# Mission Processing Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** Frontgrade Technologies
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Desktop Computing, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Network Interface Controllers, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Systems Architecture, Performance Testing
- **Published:** June 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8463434b-295e-47b4-afc6-834187a3b588

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
 * Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.
 * Proven experience in hardware integration for complex electronic systems, ideally in aerospace or defense.
 * Strong understanding of modular system architectures, high-speed digital design, and power distribution.
 * Hands-on experience with FPGA or processor-based SBCs, power supplies, and mixed-signal interfaces.
 * Ability to interpret and validate interface specifications, schematics, and system block diagrams.
 * Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance
 * Experience in integrated electronic system design
 * FPGA design/programming experience is preferred

## Description

The Systems Design Engineer specializes in circuit card, module, and box-level design and integration. You'll be the bridge between concept and reality for our space and military grade products and solutions. Your expertise will ensure that FPGA and processor-based single board computers, I/O and RF modules, power supplies, and supporting electronics integrate seamlessly, functioning as a unified, reliable system. Your work will directly influence mission success., * Lead system-level integration of hardware, from individual circuit cards to fully assembled box-level solutions.

 * Assess electrical and logical compatibility between subsystems, verifying that inputs, outputs, and interfaces meet design and mission requirements.
 * Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and firmware teams to ensure FPGA- and processor-based SBCs, power supplies, and I/O modules operate as intended.
 * Develop and execute integration and verification plans, including functional, environmental, and performance testing.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve system-level anomalies, using root cause analysis to drive corrective actions.
 * Participate in design reviews, providing technical insight to ensure robust, space-qualified solutions.
 * Maintain system documentation, interface control documents (ICDs), and integration procedures.


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