What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRIME to 250k+ - RF/PCB Hardware Designer - FS Poly position at stanleyreid?
Who We Are
Stanley Reid is your trusted matchmaker, connecting you with top contractors and exciting IC/DoD opportunities. Founded by experts in the field, we go beyond just finding jobs. We prioritize personalized guidance, matching your unique skills and goals to the perfect fit. Looking for a stress-free job search? We got you. Let's chat and unlock your career potential!
About Our Client
Driven by mission and dedicated to service, our client has been securing the US and its allies for over 20 years. Founded in 1999 and led by an engineer, they offer meaningful work across diverse areas like software development, systems engineering, test & analysis, and cybersecurity. You can expect fulfilling work with national security impact and opportunities for growth through their broad portfolio of work, including several PRIME contracts. They have fostered a culture of well-being by supporting the physical, mental, social, and financial health of their employees with their competitive compensation and benefits. Significant investment in professional development and openness to using cutting-edge technologies have created consistent growth and strong employee retention. If you're looking to contribute to critical missions within a super-technical and supportive environment, our client might be the right fit for you.
The Role
In essence, this position requires a hardware design engineer with a strong foundation in RF circuit design and a solid understanding of microcontroller programming. You'll be responsible for:
Developing PCBs for various applications.
Testing the performance of PCBs.
Reverse engineering existing hardware to gain insights into their functionality.
Utilizing design tools, programming languages, and testing equipment to ensure the successful development and implementation of RF hardware.
What You'll Bring
BS in Engineering and 3-6 years of hardware design engineering experience.
Proven ability to develop and demonstrate capabilities in RF PCBs.
Expertise in researching parts for wideband (DC-6GHz) PCBs and proficiency in creating schematics and layouts for PCBs.
Experience with PCB simulation using Microwave Office.
Skill in programming microcontrollers on PCBs using Python and C.
Proficiency in soldering components onto PCBs.
Knowledge of specialized RF applications, such as implementing a comb generator using various diodes.
Experience testing multiple revisions of PCBs and RF capabilities using Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and Network Analyzers.
Reverse engineering capabilities, including analyzing exemplars to identify microcontrollers, extracting firmware via JTAG and Dataman, and assisting in firmware reverse engineering processes.
Clearance Requirements
TS/SCI with FS Polygraph (no clearance upgrades or CCAs). Please note, you MUST have the required clearance for consideration (uncleared or under-cleared applicants will not receive a response).
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Ready for next steps?
Apply online at https://careers.stanleyreid.com/, or contact our MD team for more info: mwhitford@stanleyreid.com, asmith@stanleyreid.com.
We look forward to exploring opportunities with you!
Please note: We are constantly expanding our network of opportunities and do our best to keep our openings current as they open and close. We encourage you to apply and connect with us even if a directly matching role isn't currently listed (or available), as new opportunities arise frequently. Due to the large volume of applications we receive daily, we are not able to individually follow-up to confirm receipt of submitted information or provide other status updates. You will hear from us if there is a match! 🙂  Â
Reviewed & reposted (03/12/2025)
Stanley Reid is your trusted matchmaker, connecting you with top contractors and exciting IC/DoD opportunities. Founded by experts in the field, we go beyond just finding jobs. We prioritize personalized guidance, matching your unique skills and goals to the perfect fit. Looking for a stress-free job search? We got you. Let's chat and unlock your career potential!
About Our Client
Driven by mission and dedicated to service, our client has been securing the US and its allies for over 20 years. Founded in 1999 and led by an engineer, they offer meaningful work across diverse areas like software development, systems engineering, test & analysis, and cybersecurity. You can expect fulfilling work with national security impact and opportunities for growth through their broad portfolio of work, including several PRIME contracts. They have fostered a culture of well-being by supporting the physical, mental, social, and financial health of their employees with their competitive compensation and benefits. Significant investment in professional development and openness to using cutting-edge technologies have created consistent growth and strong employee retention. If you're looking to contribute to critical missions within a super-technical and supportive environment, our client might be the right fit for you.
The Role
In essence, this position requires a hardware design engineer with a strong foundation in RF circuit design and a solid understanding of microcontroller programming. You'll be responsible for:
Developing PCBs for various applications.
Testing the performance of PCBs.
Reverse engineering existing hardware to gain insights into their functionality.
Utilizing design tools, programming languages, and testing equipment to ensure the successful development and implementation of RF hardware.
What You'll Bring
BS in Engineering and 3-6 years of hardware design engineering experience.
Proven ability to develop and demonstrate capabilities in RF PCBs.
Expertise in researching parts for wideband (DC-6GHz) PCBs and proficiency in creating schematics and layouts for PCBs.
Experience with PCB simulation using Microwave Office.
Skill in programming microcontrollers on PCBs using Python and C.
Proficiency in soldering components onto PCBs.
Knowledge of specialized RF applications, such as implementing a comb generator using various diodes.
Experience testing multiple revisions of PCBs and RF capabilities using Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and Network Analyzers.
Reverse engineering capabilities, including analyzing exemplars to identify microcontrollers, extracting firmware via JTAG and Dataman, and assisting in firmware reverse engineering processes.
Clearance Requirements
TS/SCI with FS Polygraph (no clearance upgrades or CCAs). Please note, you MUST have the required clearance for consideration (uncleared or under-cleared applicants will not receive a response).
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Ready for next steps?
Apply online at https://careers.stanleyreid.com/, or contact our MD team for more info: mwhitford@stanleyreid.com, asmith@stanleyreid.com.
We look forward to exploring opportunities with you!
Please note: We are constantly expanding our network of opportunities and do our best to keep our openings current as they open and close. We encourage you to apply and connect with us even if a directly matching role isn't currently listed (or available), as new opportunities arise frequently. Due to the large volume of applications we receive daily, we are not able to individually follow-up to confirm receipt of submitted information or provide other status updates. You will hear from us if there is a match! 🙂  Â
Reviewed & reposted (03/12/2025)
