{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c9c6266db853aa70d5b4d792","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9c6266db853aa70d5b4d792","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9c6266db853aa70d5b4d792","title":"Embedded Systems Engineer Lead","description":"Embedded Systems Engineer Lead\nOverview\nTech(x) is a mission-focused engineering organization delivering advanced technology solutions in support of Department of Defense research, development, prototyping, integration, and test initiatives. We specialize in secure communications, embedded systems, tactical networking, unmanned systems, and emerging mission technologies supporting national security objectives.\nWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Embedded Electronics Engineer to support the design, integration, prototyping, testing, and sustainment of advanced electronic and embedded hardware systems within a fast-paced R&D laboratory environment.\n\nThis role is ideal for an engineer with deep experience in embedded electronics, circuit board development, hardware/software integration, and military communications systems who thrives in hands-on engineering environments supporting rapid prototyping and emerging technologies.\nThe selected candidate will serve as a senior technical contributor across multiple programs involving embedded processors, RF systems, tactical communications, custom hardware platforms, FPGA/CPLD interfaces, sensor integration, and mission-critical electronics supporting government customers and operational users.\nResponsibilities\nLead embedded electronics engineering efforts supporting advanced DoD research, prototyping, and technology integration programs\nDesign, integrate, troubleshoot, and validate complex electronic hardware systems, embedded platforms, and tactical communication devices\nSupport circuit board development activities in coordination with hardware architecture and system design efforts, including:\nschematic review\nPCB layout evaluation\ncomponent selection\nsignal integrity considerations\npower distribution\nmanufacturability\nprototype bring-up and hardware validation\nPerform hands-on integration and debugging across hardware, firmware, embedded Linux environments, networking interfaces, and peripheral subsystems\nDevelop and execute engineering test methodologies for prototype, developmental, integration, and production systems\nDesign and maintain engineering test stations, white-box test platforms, hardware-in-the-loop environments, and automated test solutions\nSupport embedded processor architectures, SOMs, FPGA/CPLD interfaces, high-speed digital communications, and secure networking technologies\nAnalyze system performance, diagnose hardware and software anomalies, and implement corrective actions throughout development lifecycles\nSupport RF and tactical communications integration efforts, including military radios, SATCOM, waveform-enabled devices, and secure communication systems\nDevelop technical documentation including:\nengineering reports\nintegration procedures\ntest plans\ninterface control documentation\nconfiguration management artifacts\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, government customers, and external vendors throughout development and integration activities\nSupport field testing, operational demonstrations, technical evaluations, and customer integration events as required\nMaintain engineering lab infrastructure, equipment accountability, calibration coordination, and configuration control\nProvide technical mentorship and engineering leadership across assigned programs and development activities\nRequired Qualifications\nStrong background in embedded electronics engineering, hardware design, and complex system integration\nDemonstrated experience supporting DoD, military, or defense-related electronics development programs\nHands-on experience with embedded Linux systems, processor-based architectures, and low-level hardware/software integration\nExperience with PCB design, board bring-up, integration, and troubleshooting, including rigid and flex circuit board technologies\nFamiliarity with schematic capture, hardware validation, signal integrity, power management, and electronic subsystem integration\nExperience integrating embedded processors, FPGA/CPLD devices, digital interfaces, and high-speed communication buses\nStrong understanding of RF systems, tactical communications, military radios, or secure communications architectures\nExperience developing automated test solutions and engineering support tools using Python, LabVIEW, C/C++, or similar languages\nAbility to troubleshoot complex electronic systems at the component, subsystem, and system levels\nStrong technical documentation and communication skills\nAbility to work independently in dynamic R&D and rapid prototyping environments\nMust have active DOW Secret Clearance.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with HMS, MUOS, SATCOM, SRW, IW, MANET, or similar tactical communication technologies\nExperience supporting unmanned systems, autonomous platforms, ISR systems, or advanced sensor integration efforts\nFamiliarity with EMI/EMC, ESD, environmental qualification, and MIL-STD testing methodologies\nExperience supporting rapid prototyping, low-rate production, or engineering transition-to-production activities\nPrior experience supporting Army, SOCOM, DARPA, or other defense R&D organizations\nExperience with software-defined radios (SDRs), secure communications, or cryptographic devices\nPrior military service or experience supporting operational military environments\nActive Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred\nClearance Requirements\nMust possess an active DoW Secret clearance at minimum\nAbility to obtain higher-level clearances as required by program objectives\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline\n7–12 years of relevant experience supporting embedded electronics, hardware integration, or advanced defense technology programs\nAdvanced technical degrees may be substituted for portions of experience requirements in accordance with contract guidance\nLocation\nAberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland\nStandard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nFlexible scheduling available based on program requirements and management approval.\nTravel\nLimited travel may be required to support integration events, testing activities, customer demonstrations, and field operations\nJoin the Team\nTech(x) is committed to delivering innovative technical solutions that directly support national defense missions and operational success. We foster a collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation, rapid problem solving, technical excellence, and professional growth. Our teams work at the intersection of emerging technology and mission execution, supporting some of the most advanced defense initiatives in the industry.\n\nTech(x) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.","company":"Techx Techximius","rawCompany":"techx techximius","city":"Aberdeen","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T14:46:45.535Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334418","title":"Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing","slug":"printed-circuit-assembly-electronic-assembly-manufacturing"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Embedded Systems Engineer Lead","description":"Embedded Systems Engineer Lead\nOverview\nTech(x) is a mission-focused engineering organization delivering advanced technology solutions in support of Department of Defense research, development, prototyping, integration, and test initiatives. We specialize in secure communications, embedded systems, tactical networking, unmanned systems, and emerging mission technologies supporting national security objectives.\nWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Embedded Electronics Engineer to support the design, integration, prototyping, testing, and sustainment of advanced electronic and embedded hardware systems within a fast-paced R&D laboratory environment.\n\nThis role is ideal for an engineer with deep experience in embedded electronics, circuit board development, hardware/software integration, and military communications systems who thrives in hands-on engineering environments supporting rapid prototyping and emerging technologies.\nThe selected candidate will serve as a senior technical contributor across multiple programs involving embedded processors, RF systems, tactical communications, custom hardware platforms, FPGA/CPLD interfaces, sensor integration, and mission-critical electronics supporting government customers and operational users.\nResponsibilities\nLead embedded electronics engineering efforts supporting advanced DoD research, prototyping, and technology integration programs\nDesign, integrate, troubleshoot, and validate complex electronic hardware systems, embedded platforms, and tactical communication devices\nSupport circuit board development activities in coordination with hardware architecture and system design efforts, including:\nschematic review\nPCB layout evaluation\ncomponent selection\nsignal integrity considerations\npower distribution\nmanufacturability\nprototype bring-up and hardware validation\nPerform hands-on integration and debugging across hardware, firmware, embedded Linux environments, networking interfaces, and peripheral subsystems\nDevelop and execute engineering test methodologies for prototype, developmental, integration, and production systems\nDesign and maintain engineering test stations, white-box test platforms, hardware-in-the-loop environments, and automated test solutions\nSupport embedded processor architectures, SOMs, FPGA/CPLD interfaces, high-speed digital communications, and secure networking technologies\nAnalyze system performance, diagnose hardware and software anomalies, and implement corrective actions throughout development lifecycles\nSupport RF and tactical communications integration efforts, including military radios, SATCOM, waveform-enabled devices, and secure communication systems\nDevelop technical documentation including:\nengineering reports\nintegration procedures\ntest plans\ninterface control documentation\nconfiguration management artifacts\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, government customers, and external vendors throughout development and integration activities\nSupport field testing, operational demonstrations, technical evaluations, and customer integration events as required\nMaintain engineering lab infrastructure, equipment accountability, calibration coordination, and configuration control\nProvide technical mentorship and engineering leadership across assigned programs and development activities\nRequired Qualifications\nStrong background in embedded electronics engineering, hardware design, and complex system integration\nDemonstrated experience supporting DoD, military, or defense-related electronics development programs\nHands-on experience with embedded Linux systems, processor-based architectures, and low-level hardware/software integration\nExperience with PCB design, board bring-up, integration, and troubleshooting, including rigid and flex circuit board technologies\nFamiliarity with schematic capture, hardware validation, signal integrity, power management, and electronic subsystem integration\nExperience integrating embedded processors, FPGA/CPLD devices, digital interfaces, and high-speed communication buses\nStrong understanding of RF systems, tactical communications, military radios, or secure communications architectures\nExperience developing automated test solutions and engineering support tools using Python, LabVIEW, C/C++, or similar languages\nAbility to troubleshoot complex electronic systems at the component, subsystem, and system levels\nStrong technical documentation and communication skills\nAbility to work independently in dynamic R&D and rapid prototyping environments\nMust have active DOW Secret Clearance.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with HMS, MUOS, SATCOM, SRW, IW, MANET, or similar tactical communication technologies\nExperience supporting unmanned systems, autonomous platforms, ISR systems, or advanced sensor integration efforts\nFamiliarity with EMI/EMC, ESD, environmental qualification, and MIL-STD testing methodologies\nExperience supporting rapid prototyping, low-rate production, or engineering transition-to-production activities\nPrior experience supporting Army, SOCOM, DARPA, or other defense R&D organizations\nExperience with software-defined radios (SDRs), secure communications, or cryptographic devices\nPrior military service or experience supporting operational military environments\nActive Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred\nClearance Requirements\nMust possess an active DoW Secret clearance at minimum\nAbility to obtain higher-level clearances as required by program objectives\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline\n7–12 years of relevant experience supporting embedded electronics, hardware integration, or advanced defense technology programs\nAdvanced technical degrees may be substituted for portions of experience requirements in accordance with contract guidance\nLocation\nAberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland\nStandard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nFlexible scheduling available based on program requirements and management approval.\nTravel\nLimited travel may be required to support integration events, testing activities, customer demonstrations, and field operations\nJoin the Team\nTech(x) is committed to delivering innovative technical solutions that directly support national defense missions and operational success. We foster a collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation, rapid problem solving, technical excellence, and professional growth. Our teams work at the intersection of emerging technology and mission execution, supporting some of the most advanced defense initiatives in the industry.\n\nTech(x) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.","datePosted":"2026-07-19T14:46:45.535Z","dateModified":"2026-07-19T14:46:45.535Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Techx Techximius","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Aberdeen","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c9c6266db853aa70d5b4d792"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9c6266db853aa70d5b4d792"}}