Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - SR. ENGR. TECHNOLOGIST - Sr/Lead PCB Layout Designer

Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field, or high school diploma with extensive experience
  • IPC-Certified Interconnect Design (CID) required
  • 6+ years of experience in PCB design and electronic development
  • Familiarity with configuration management and signal integrity
  • Experience with multi-layer PCB designs, particularly 18+ layers
  • Proficiency in Mentor Graphics PADS Professional and/or Xpedition is preferred
  • U.S. citizenship and valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Systems, Electrical, and Mechanical engineers on PCB layout
  • Work both independently and in team settings to complete design tasks
  • Develop Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and generate library components
  • Utilize complex PCB design skills for microprocessors, FPGAs, and RF layouts
  • Manage the orchestration process from design to testing of LRU units
  • Order and manage component parts necessary for PCB assembly
  • Conduct integration and support testing in engineering labs

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
Full Job Description
Objectives of this Role:

  • Work with multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D aerospace and defense programs.
  • Interaction with technical staff, vendors and customers; interpretation of project technical and management data.
  • Design complex Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layouts that meet avionics standards.
  • Support integration, test, engineering labs, suppliers, production, supply chain, and the build of complex microprocessor based LRU's.


Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate directly with Systems, Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems in support of MIL-SPEC avionics flight electronic hardware.
  • Will work in a team environment as well as independently to complete assigned tasks.
  • Responsibilities include development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and Library component generation.
  • Requires complex PCB design experience, including microprocessors, FPGA's, BGA's and RF type of layouts.
  • Support the orchestration process to design PCBA's, order/manage parts, build and test LRU's, etc.


Requirements:

  • Requires Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or related Engineering Technology degree with PCB layout certifications. In lieu of a Bachelors degree, a High School Diploma with continued education, certifications, and 25 years of related professional level experience with advanced working knowledge of Mentor Graphics PADS Professional and/or Xpedition is required.
  • IPC-Certified Interconnect Design (CID) required.
  • 6+ years: Basic understanding of configuration management and electronic development methods are required. Understanding of Signal Integrity as well as a mechanical aptitude is desired. Prior knowledge of IPC standards, Digital, Mixed Signal, & high speed PCB design.
  • Interconnect principles and practices designing low level and complex PCB designs is beneficial. These include microprocessor and/or RF based PCB's. Experience with 18+ layer board designs expected.
  • Must have IPC-Certified Interconnect Design (CID) basic; CID+ (advanced) certification preferred.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.


Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas Or Dayton, Ohio

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About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
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