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Digital Hardware Design Engineer
Job Description
Scottsdale, AZ
Up to $58/hour
Position Overview
Seeking a Digital Hardware Design Engineer to support development of tactical radio and secure communications hardware. This role focuses on schematic design, PCB development, and high-speed digital interfaces for next-generation software-defined radio (SDR) systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop digital hardware and PCB/PWB layouts
- Perform schematic capture and circuit design
- Integrate ARM processors, microcontrollers, and DDR memory (DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR4)
- Develop and support high-speed digital interfaces (I2C, SPI, SDIO)
- Conduct hardware testing and validation using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters)
- Support design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for test (DFT)
- Collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
- 5+ years of relevant experience, OR
- Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience
Key Skills
- PCB/PWB design and schematic capture
- Experience with high-speed digital design and signal integrity
- Familiarity with Siemens Xpedition or similar PCB design tools
- Experience with DDR memory interfaces and embedded processors
- Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills
Work Environment
- Onsite or Hybrid/Flex (varies by program)
- Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Citizenship Requirement
Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Why Join CPI?
For over 40 years, Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) has connected engineering professionals with high-impact defense and advanced technology programs. We provide dedicated recruiter support, transparent communication, and opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter
I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.
Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.
Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.