SENIOR DIGITAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Antenna Research Associates - Laurel, MD

Full-time - Senior

Laurel, MD

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Digital Electrical Engineer at ARA will focus on developing electronic hardware control systems for antenna positioner products used in RADAR, SATCOM, and EW systems. This role requires extensive experience in electronic and electro-mechanical hardware, particularly in the design and implementation of control systems. The engineer will be responsible for creating test benches, writing specifications, and providing post-design support while utilizing various testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop electronic hardware control systems for antenna positioner products.
• Create top-level test benches for simulating and verifying design architecture.
• Write digital design drawings, specifications, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Provide post-design support and troubleshooting using digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment.
• Design and implement algorithms for control systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience in electronic and electro-mechanical hardware.
• Proficient in C/C++ programming and communications protocols such as BLE, I2C, UART, and CAN bus.
• Experience with schematic generation for board, chassis, and system-level hardware including component selection and circuit analysis.
• Proven track record in designing, testing, and optimizing electronics and software/firmware for control systems.
• Experience with designing 2 and 3 Axis controls for robots or antenna positioners.

Nice-to-haves

• Digital hardware and software/firmware experience with MCUs (ARM) and SoC devices in embedded systems.
• Experience with SPI protocols and interfacing with IMU or accelerometer MEMS sensors.
• Working knowledge of ModelSim or equivalent simulation tools for design verification testing.
• Experience with Printed Circuit Board Assembly design and layout.
• Familiarity with high-speed ADC/DACs and sensors (RTD, current shunts, fuse detection).

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Diversity in the workplace