The PWB Layout Engineer performs printed wiring board layout and documentation activities for RF, analog, digital, and mixed-signal designs used in high-reliability space and defense applications. Responsibilities include development of multilayer rigid, flex, and rigid-flex board designs, creation of associated fabrication and assembly documentation, and application of IPC Class 3 and other applicable design standards. The role requires close coordination with cross-functional engineering teams and external fabrication partners to ensure designs meet electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing requirements.
RESPONSIBILITES- Design and layout printed wiring boards for RF, analog, digital, and mixed-signal applications in support of high-reliability and space-based electronic systems.
- Perform component placement and routing for multilayer rigid, flex, and rigid-flex board designs in accordance with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing requirements.
- Translate schematic and engineering design intent into producible PWB layouts and associated documentation.
- Generate and maintain fabrication, assembly, and release documentation for new and updated board designs.
- Apply IPC Class 3 requirements and other applicable customer, military, aerospace, and internal standards to PWB designs.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams throughout the design process.
- Participate in design reviews and implement feedback from engineering stakeholders.
- Work with fabrication and assembly suppliers to address manufacturability issues and resolve design-related questions.
- Support library maintenance activities including creation and revision of part symbols, land patterns, and related CAD data.
- Incorporate engineering changes into existing designs while maintaining documentation accuracy and configuration control.
- Perform design checks to ensure layout accuracy, completeness, compliance, and producibility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)- Knowledge of RF, analog, digital, and mixed-signal PWB layout practices.
- Knowledge of multilayer rigid, flex, and rigid-flex board design.
- Familiarity with IPC Class 3 requirements and high-reliability electronics design practices.
- Understanding of design considerations for space, aerospace, defense, or similarly demanding applications.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, design requirements, and manufacturing constraints.
- Understanding of fabrication and assembly processes and design-for-manufacturability principles.
- Familiarity with controlled impedance, grounding, shielding, spacing, isolation, and signal integrity considerations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines and with external suppliers.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with PWB CAD tools and related documentation processes. Preferred
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE or BSEET) and minimum 2 years prior related experience OR Graduate Degree.
- Desired background in space or military avionics
- Desired experience with military standards and high-reliability components
- Desired experience with Siemens Xpedition design suite
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- Ability to travel although extremely limited
- Ability to regularly walk, sit or stand as required
