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The Hardware Engineer joins the digital modernization NISC IV team to support the engineering, integration, and sustainment of critical systems for Federal Aviation Administration programs. Working within the Long Range Radar System Support team, this individual designs, develops, tests, and maintains hardware components including circuit boards, processors, and embedded systems. Daily responsibilities involve troubleshooting hardware issues across development and production environments, performing root cause analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware and software integration. The role requires expertise in hardware engineering principles, lifecycle management, and configuration management while ensuring compliance with FAA and safety standards. Key technical competencies include experience with circuit design, system validation, and the use of lab equipment like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. This position addresses the challenge of maintaining reliable performance for mission-critical aviation infrastructure through rigorous testing and documentation.
PCB Design
Altium
Eagle
Firmware
Ethernet
CAN
I2C
SPI
PCIe
USB
FPGA
MCU
Signal Integrity
Power Integrity
Data Acquisition
DO-254
DO-178C
DO-160
MIL-STD-1316
MIL-STD-882E