Hardware Engineer

Come Join Our Team! DKW Communications, Inc. (DKW) is a government contractor providing professional and technical services to various government agencies i.e. defense, law enforcement and security. DKW was recently named a Top Workplace in Washington Post Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards, and we are seeking talented individuals to join our winning team! DKW is currently looking for a Hardware Engineer to support our team. The individual hired for this position will provide support for our government customers located in Camp Pendleton, CA. This is an onsite position. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: DKW is seeking a hands-on Hardware Engineer/Technician to support the design, integration, and troubleshooting of simulator hardware systems. Design custom cable assemblies (pinouts, signal routing, connectors) Build and test cables per engineering drawings and specifications Assemble and integrate server racks (power, networking, hardware layout) Design and implement DAQ / I/O systems for simulator interfaces Build, wire, and validate I/O systems (analog, digital, discrete signals) Generate hardware specifications and interface documentation for system components Troubleshoot and resolve hardware/system integration issues Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents (ICDs) Qualifications/Requirements An active DoD Secret security clearance will be required to start. B.S. in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Experience with cable fabrication and wiring (crimping, soldering, harnessing) Ability to read and work from electrical diagrams and pinout documentation Hands-on experience with hardware integration and debugging Familiarity with test equipment (multimeter, continuity tester, etc.) IAT Level I certification preferred; if not, must be obtained within 6 months of hire. **All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.** Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $120,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Cabling: 1 year (Required) Computer hardware: 3 years (Required) Security clearance: Secret (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Camp Pendleton, CA 92054 (Required) Work Location: In person