Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering required; additional experience may substitute for degree.
3-12 years of experience in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering, depending on level.
Experience with digital signal processors, ASICs, and FPGAs is essential.
Familiarity with reverse engineering procedures for electronic components is necessary.
Clearance requirement: TS/SCI with FS Poly from Maryland customer.
Responsibilities
Design and test new integrated circuits and hardware components for signal processing applications.
Analyze existing circuits for reverse engineering purposes.
Modify vendor-manufactured hardware to meet specific Government needs.
Develop and maintain documentation for design processes.
Coordinate with engineering personnel to ensure project completion.
Integrate new design tools and libraries into the CAD environment.
Lead design efforts and provide technical guidance to junior engineers (Level 2 and 3).
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a government-focused environment.
Potential for career advancement through leadership roles at higher levels.
Engagement in diverse projects that enhance technical skills and knowledge.
Collaborative work environment with experienced engineering teams.
Full Job Description
The position is for a future opportunity scheduled for Award Spring 2027
Hardware Design Engineer (Levels I-III)
BTS Software Solutions is seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to design and test circuits and hardware in support of customer operations.
Job Description:
Designs and tests new integrated circuits and hardware components for a wide variety of signal processing applications and research. Designs, documents, and develops code (to include firmware) for digital signal processors or other programmable hardware devices such as Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) hardware. Analyzes the function of existing integrated circuits and hardware components for the purpose of reverse engineering the hardware and firmware. Conducts the necessary hardware engineering and related functions to modify and adapt vendor-manufactured hardware to meet special Government needs and contingencies.
Primary Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with FS Poly from Maryland customer
Degree Requirement:
Level 1- Three (3) years experience as a HDE in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering of the same is required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional hardware design engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Level 2-Seven (7) years experience as a HDE in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering of the same is required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional hardware design engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Level 3- Twelve (12) years experience as a HDE in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering of the same is required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional hardware design engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Relevant Experience:
All Levels:
Assist with designing new products and processes and improving and maintaining existing products
Communicate with the other engineering personnel to coordinate the interrelated design and assure project completion
Conduct design analysis on components and/or assemblies to assist in the development process by ensuring designs are cost efficient, able to be manufactured, and reliable
Develop and maintain documentation for the P&R design flows
Assist with de-processing electronic components and retrieving stored firmware or software using approved reverse engineering procedures
Design new products and processes and improving and maintaining existing products
Work with tool and library vendors to develop solutions for designers' P&R design challenges
Perform the de-processing of electronic components and retrieving stored firmware or software using approved reverse engineering procedures
Integrate new P&R tools, P&R tool updates, and ASIC or FPGA design libraries into Government's computer aided design environment, documents the use of those tools and libraries, and Assist other physical designers to successfully complete their specific P&R design tasks
Addition Requirements for Level 2:
Lead the designs of new products and processes and improve and maintain existing products
Provide technical leadership to less experienced engineers
Perform the de-processing of electronic components and retrieving stored firmware or software using approved reverse engineering procedures and develops improved procedures
Additional Requirements for Level 3
Direct and check the work of other hardware design engineers
Develop novel procedures for reverse engineering of new component types
Oversee the de-processing of electronic components and retrieving stored firmware or software using approved reverse engineering procedures
Pay Range: $180,000-$265,000 The BTS pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role's responsibilities, the candidate's educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.
About BTS Software Solutions
BTS Software Solutions is a software development company that provides custom software solutions to businesses. The company was founded in 1998 by Dr. M. H. Dehghani. BTS Software Solutions' services include software development, web development, mobile app development, and IT consulting. The company has worked with clients in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and government.
