Digital Hardware Design Engineer

Digital Hardware Design EngineerLocation: Scottsdale, ArizonaType: ContractJob #87711Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Digital Hardware Design Engineer position that just opened in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you will support the development of secure, mission-critical hardware used in tactical and defense communication systems. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience). U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.Location: Scottsdale, AZ - onsitePosition: Digital Hardware Design EngineerContract: 12 months with possibility of going directPay: $58.38/hourSchedule: First /Second ShiftCLEARANCE: Department of Defense Secret security clearance must be obtainable.In this role you will use your technical and interpersonal skills to:Design and develop digital hardware for tactical and defense communication systemsPerform schematic capture and PCB/PWB layout for digital subsystemsWork with ARM processors, microcontrollers, and high-speed memory interfaces (DDR3, DDR4, LPDDR4)Design and integrate digital interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and SDIOSupport hardware bring-up, debug, and verification using laboratory test equipmentCollaborate with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering teamsSupport the full product lifecycle including design for manufacturing and design for testQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field requiredMinimum of 5 years of relevant experience; ORMaster's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experienceU.S. citizenship is requiredClearance Requirements:Secret clearance obtainableApplicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified informationKnowledge Skills And Abilities:Digital schematic capture and PCB/PWB layout experienceExperience with high-speed digital design and memory interfacesProficiency with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzersExperience with Siemens Xpedition or similar EDA toolsStrong understanding of hardware development lifecycle (DFM/DFT)Knowledge of signal integrity and power integrity analysisStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to collaborate across cross-functional engineering teamsExperience mentoring or supporting junior engineers is a plusAbout our client:Our client is a mission critical DoD - Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber end users on an international basis.About APR:Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!