Principal Hardware Engineer

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$144,100–$190,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Circuit Design, Computer Engineering, Cross-Functional, Digital Circuits, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, FPGA, Input/Output, Leadership, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Quality Assurance Methodology, Reliability Engineering, Requirements Management, Security Clearance, Support Documentation, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Testing, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD)
LOCATION
Ashburn, VA
POSTED
2 days ago

Seeking an experienced Principal Hardware Engineer to lead the design of complex electrical boards, including SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O cards in 3U and 6U VPX form factors, as well as custom systems with integrated security elements.

  • Lead multidisciplinary teams to develop high-speed digital and analog circuits supporting data rates up to 400 GHz.
  • Design high-density PCBs using advanced techniques and tools.
  • Collaborate with business and customer teams to translate requirements into practical designs.
  • Provide technical leadership, establish standards, and improve product reliability and performance.
  • Develop documentation and support testing processes.
  • Qualifications include a Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) in Electrical Engineering, 15+ years in DoD embedded systems, high-level circuit design expertise, leadership skills, and US citizenship. Active security clearance is preferred.

    Location: Ashburn, VA, hybrid/remote; Salary range: $144,100–$190,000 plus bonus. The role offers growth, recognition, and inclusive culture.

About the Company

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Curtiss-Wright

In 2014, we transitioned to a new segment structure under the "One Curtiss-Wright" vision, realigning our business to an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company. The result is a more strategically aligned Curtiss-Wright that is now comprised of Commercial/Industrial, Defense and Power segments. We continually focus on maintaining solid relationships with our customers, building on our competitive positions and creating market leadership through our technology investment. In this new structure, we will better utilize our scale while also providing for enhanced customer interaction. These strategies will continue to support our growth and generate margin expansion opportunities.

INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
FOUNDED
1929
WEBSITE
http://www.curtisswright.com/home/default.aspx