Senior Digital Hardware Designer
Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Senior Digital Hardware Designer position within their high-technology defense systems team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support mission-critical national security initiatives by developing advanced radar detection, communications equipment, and digital signal processing systems. The position is based in Scottsdale, AZ, with flexible on-site or hybrid work options available.
Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Hybrid)
Position: Senior Digital Hardware Designer
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $93.41 per hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s Degree with 6+ years of experience
Schedule: First Shift
Clearance Requirement: Top Secret SCI Obtainable (U.S. citizenship required)
In this role, you will use your technical and interpersonal skills to:
- Research, design, develop, and test advanced electronic equipment and systems, including radar detection and communications systems.
- Design and develop multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs) with controlled impedance and blind micro-vias.
- Analyze and validate signal integrity, crosstalk, and other high-speed digital design considerations.
- Deliver innovative, flexible, and integrated solutions aligned with evolving customer needs.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and support project execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to programs aligned with organizational strategy.
- Stay current with industry trends and ensure alignment with best practices and standards.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong experience with schematic capture and PCB design.
- Extensive experience designing multi-layer PCBs with controlled impedance.
- Proficiency with microprocessors, microcontrollers, FPGAs, and System-on-Chips.
- Strong understanding of signal integrity, crosstalk, and high-speed digital systems.
- Demonstrated initiative, independent judgment, and leadership capabilities.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and provide technical direction.
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts.
- Experience with Mentor design tools.
- High-reliability or space-grade system experience.
- Experience with worst-case analysis and stress analysis.
About APR Consulting
Since 1980, APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.