Hardware Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions - Fort Walton Beach, FL

Full-time

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The position involves designing, developing, integrating, and testing hardware and electronic components for engineering and scientific applications. The role requires applying appropriate standards and processes throughout the system development life cycle to support hardware systems from the board level to system level, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform detailed design of test control apparatus and equipment
• Develop schematics and drawings to support fabrication with CAD tools
• Lead research, design, develop and test of electronic components, products and systems
• Qualify and test developed hardware, test plans and procedures, and test systems
• Act as Project Engineer for assigned development programs, ensuring compliance with requirements
• Consult with software engineers for hardware and software integration
• Ensure all designs are completed on schedule and under budget
• Perform digital circuit design utilizing programmable logic (FPGAs, etc.)
• Interface with customers on program issues
• Lead design reviews for both internal and external customers

Requirements

• BS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (BSEE), or related technical field
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the aerospace or related industry
• Intermediate MS Office experience
• Experience with hardware design and development of embedded microprocessor systems
• Experience with FPGA integration into digital circuit card designs
• Working knowledge of military standards
• Working knowledge of digital and analog RF design principles and practices strongly preferred
• Experience with the processes and procedures for ISO 9001 / AS9100 compliance

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to read, write and develop intelligible drawings, instructions and procedures
• Ability to collaborate and work with a multi-functional team in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Commitment to veterans
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities