Systems Design Engineer III - Missions Processing

FRONTGRADE TECHNOLOGIES

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, or 9 years of relevant experience without a degree.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a specialized functional discipline, or 3 years with a Master's degree.
  • Proven experience in hardware integration for complex electronic systems, particularly in aerospace or defense.
  • Strong knowledge of modular system architectures, SBCs, high-speed digital design, and power distribution.
  • Hands-on experience with FPGA or processor-based SBCs, power supplies, and mixed-signal interfaces.
  • Ability to interpret and validate interface specifications, schematics, and system block diagrams.
  • Experience in integrated electronic system design with a focus on troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Lead system-level integration of hardware from individual circuit cards to complete box-level solutions.
  • Assess electrical and logical compatibility between subsystems to ensure mission requirements are met.
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and firmware teams on system functionality and integration.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive integration and verification plans for testing.
  • Troubleshoot system-level anomalies and drive corrective actions through root cause analysis.
  • Interface directly with customers to communicate technical approaches and align project expectations.
  • Support bids and proposals by developing technical architectures and feasibility assessments.

Benefits

  • Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting.
  • 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles, allowing for extended weekends.
  • Career development opportunities and paths for advancement.
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs offered.
  • Generous PTO policy with 11 paid holidays per year.
  • 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave available.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Systems Design Engineer specializes in circuit card, module, and box-level design and integration. You'll be the bridge between concept and reality for our space and military grade products and solutions. Your expertise will ensure that FPGA and processor-based single board computers, I/O and RF modules, power supplies, and supporting electronics integrate seamlessly, functioning as a unified, reliable system. Your work will directly influence mission success.

Responsibilities

  • Lead system-level integration of hardware, from individual circuit cards to fully assembled box-level solutions.
  • Assess electrical and logical compatibility between subsystems, verifying that inputs, outputs, and interfaces meet design and mission requirements.
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and firmware teams to ensure FPGA- and processor-based SBCs, power supplies, and I/O modules operate as intended.
  • Develop and execute integration and verification plans, including functional, environmental, and performance testing.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system-level anomalies, using root cause analysis to drive corrective actions.
  • Interface directly with customers to communicate technical approaches, manage expectations, and drive alignment
  • Support bids and proposals for RFQs/RFPs by developing architectures, technical volumes, and feasibility assessments
  • Participate in design reviews, providing technical insight to ensure robust, space-qualified solutions.


Qualifications

Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field. OR (9) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree.
  • Proven experience in hardware integration for complex electronic systems, ideally in aerospace or defense.
  • Strong understanding of modular system architectures, SBCs, high-speed digital design, and power distribution.
  • Hands-on experience with FPGA or processor-based SBCs, power supplies, and mixed-signal interfaces.
  • Ability to interpret and validate interface specifications, schematics, and system block diagrams.
  • Review component requirements and identify suitable alternatives or replacements.
  • FPGA design/programming desirable
  • Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance
  • Experience in integrated electronic system design


Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other benefits include:
  • Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
  • 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
  • 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
  • Career Opportunity and Growth
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
  • Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
  • 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

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