8-12 years of experience in PCB layout engineering with a relevant degree (Bachelors, Masters, or PhD).
Active Top-Secret clearance required.
Proficient in Xpedition for PCB design.
Experience with multi-layer, high-density PCBs and high-speed digital/RF circuits.
Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams including electrical and mechanical design.
Knowledge of PCB fabrication processes and IPC standards.
Ability to generate comprehensive PCB documentation for procurement.
Responsibilities
Execute complex placement and routing of high-density multi-layer PCBs.
Interpret schematics and mechanical constraints to optimize PCB layouts.
Generate and maintain complete PCB fabrication and assembly documentation.
Apply IPC and military standards in PCB design and verification.
Collaborate with engineers to resolve layout-related design challenges.
Conduct DFM, DFA, and DFT reviews to enhance product robustness.
Engage with suppliers to incorporate manufacturing capabilities into designs.
Lead advanced PCB layout efforts and mentor junior designers.
Benefits
9/80 workweek schedule.
On-site work environment in Cincinnati, OH.
Opportunity to work on defense or aerospace projects with high reliability standards.
Potential for professional growth through mentoring and advanced layout technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description Job #220235
Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple PCB Layout Designer 3's for a contract opportunity in Cincinnati, OH.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal PCB Layout Designer:
8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
Active Top-Secret clearance.
Willingness and ability to work on?site full?time at the Cincinnati, OH location.
Minimum 8 years of experience performing engineering/layout of printed circuit boards using Xpedition.
Experience with the layout of multi?layer, high?density PCBs and circuit card assemblies, including placement and routing of high?speed digital, RF, and/or mixed?signal circuits.
Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs, including electrical design, mechanical design, manufacturing, test, and/or signal integrity.
Working knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, including common manufacturability and yield considerations.
Familiarity with IPC industry standards for PCB design and fabrication and current understanding of high?reliability criteria.
Experience generating artwork and PCB/CCA documentation for procurement and assembly houses.
Excellent organizational and problem?solving skills with a demonstrated ability to adapt effectively to changing requirements.
Basic Qualifications for a Staff PCB Layout Designer:
12 Years with Bachelors in Science; 10 Years with Masters; 8 Years with PhD.
Willingness and ability to work on?site full?time at the Cincinnati, OH location.
Minimum 12 years of experience performing engineering/layout of printed circuit boards using Xpedition.
Experience with the layout of multi?layer, high?density PCBs and circuit card assemblies, including placement and routing of high?speed digital, RF, and/or mixed?signal circuits.
Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs, including electrical design, mechanical design, manufacturing, test, and/or signal integrity.
Working knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, including common manufacturability and yield considerations.
Familiarity with IPC industry standards for PCB design and fabrication and current understanding of high?reliability criteria.
Experience generating artwork and PCB/CCA documentation for procurement and assembly houses.
Excellent organizational and problem?solving skills with a demonstrated ability to adapt effectively to changing requirements.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITES
Execute the placement and routing of complex, high?density, multi?layer printed circuit boards (PCBs), including high?speed digital, RF, mixed?signal, and power circuits.
Interpret electrical schematics, constraints, and mechanical boundaries to develop optimized PCB layouts that meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
Generate and maintain complete PCB and circuit card assembly (CCA) fabrication and assembly documentation packages, including artwork, drawings, fabrication notes, and data outputs for procurement and assembly partners.
Apply current IPC and high?reliability industry standards, as well as applicable military and aerospace criteria, in the design and verification of printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies.
Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and signal integrity engineers to address layout?related design challenges involving signal integrity, power integrity, thermal management, and packaging.
Support and perform Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) reviews using automated and manual checks to improve yield, test coverage, and product robustness.
Work with fabrication and assembly suppliers to understand manufacturing capabilities and constraints and incorporate them into PCB designs.
Support PCB library management practices, ensuring correct use of symbols, footprints, and parameter data in accordance with internal workflows.
Independently own PCB layout tasks from concept through fabrication data release in support of program cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
Lead advanced PCB layout efforts using technologies such as High?Density Interconnect (HDI), microvias, via?in?pad, backdrilling, and specialized substrate materials; provide technical guidance, peer reviews, and mentoring to other layout designers.
Prior experience on defense or space flight programs with stringent reliability, documentation, and traceability requirements.
Demonstrated expertise in the layout of advanced, high?density, multi?layer printed circuit boards combining RF, high?speed digital, and high?power circuit sections.
Knowledge of PCB process workflows and library management, including creation and governance of symbols, footprints, and reusable layout elements.
Ability to translate complex mechanical boundaries and electrical constraints into optimized physical PCB layouts across multiple boards or modules.
Deep domain knowledge of high?reliability military and aerospace hardware criteria (e.g., MIL?PRF?31032, MIL?STD?883, IPC Class 3/3A), or comparable experience demonstrating equivalent rigor.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelors in Science.
School must be accredited.
WORK HOURS
9/80 workweek. On-site.
MISCELLANEOUS
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.
