We are seeking a Director of Hardware Engineering for a direct hire/permanent role in Germantown, MD. This role will work onsite/in the office Monday- Friday during normal business hours (there are no remote options).
In this role, you will manage a team of professionals that develop and deliver advanced hardware solutions for satellite and terrestrial IP-based communications systems.
Responsibilities:
- Lead multi-functional engineering teams to develop and integrate hardware, firmware, software, and network technology to satisfy customer requirements and deliverables
- Establish objectives, specifications, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and contingency plans to ensure projects are executed effectively
- Oversee all aspects of the product life cycle (concept, development, integration, qualification, manufacturing, delivery, acceptance, and field support)
- Coordinate across multiple corporate functions including business, operations, and manufacturing
- Technical customer interface to ensure the timely and cost-effective accomplishment of contractual commitments
- Monitor and report progress to management
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
- 15+ years of experience with a background in hardware development (digital, microprocessors, DSP/FPGA, RF, antenna, and electronic packaging technologies)
- 5+ years leading cross functional engineering teams in design and development projects with internal and external customer deliverables
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering
- Formal project management training (PMP or equivalent)
- Working knowledge of IP-based architectures and systems (satellite, terrestrial, aeronautical, mobile)
This direct hire/permanent role will be located onsite/ in the office in Germantown, MD.
