Torch Technologies

Electrical Hardware Design Engineer

Torch Technologies$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years experience in electrical hardware design and development.
  • Active security clearance required.
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, or similar technical environments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in both independent and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

  • Design and test analog and digital circuits including power supplies and control systems.
  • Develop hardware specifications, schematics, and PCB layouts using CAD tools.
  • Select components, addressing obsolescence risks and alternatives.
  • Conduct hardware bring-up, debugging, and verification.
  • Participate in the entire product development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines for integration.
  • Generate technical documentation like design documents and test reports.

Benefits

  • Participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts and health reimbursement accounts.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and education assistance.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday benefits.
Full Job Description
Torch Technologies is seeking an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design, development, and testing of complex electronic systems for defense and aerospace applications. This role supports a multidisciplinary engineering environment focused on delivering innovative and reliable hardware solutions for mission-critical systems.

As an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

  • Design, simulate, analyze, and test analog and digital electronic circuits, including power supplies, sensor interfaces, and control systems.
  • Develop detailed hardware specifications, schematics, and PCB layouts using industry-standard CAD tools.
  • Perform component selection, including identifying obsolescence risks and proposing alternative solutions.
  • Conduct hardware bring-up, debugging, and verification activities, including development of test plans and procedures.
  • Participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, from concept definition through production support.
  • Collaborate with software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
  • Generate technical documentation, including design documents, test reports, and manufacturing instructions.
  • Support proposal efforts by contributing technical content and cost estimates for hardware development.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in electrical engineering.


Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical hardware design and development.
  • Active security clearance required (must be able to maintain).
  • Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or similar technical engineering environments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or Eagle.
  • Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design principles, including signal integrity and power integrity.
  • Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, and embedded systems.
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers for testing and debugging.
  • Familiarity with EMI/EMC design considerations and testing.
  • Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs and familiarity with related standards and practices.
  • Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.
  • Advanced degree in a relevant field or additional certifications is a plus.


Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: On-Site, Huntsville, Alabama

Travel: Yes, 0%-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

About Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering, technology development, and programmatic support services to the Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, and other government agencies. The company's services include systems engineering, modeling and simulation, software development, test and evaluation, and program management. Torch Technologies was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
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