Senior Electrical/Hardware Engineer

Quest Defense

Avionics obsolescence engineer replacing obsolete components and developing FPGA-based hardware for aerospace and defense systems. Supporting DMSMS mitigation, certification, verification, and technology refresh of safety-critical avionics.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80 - $85 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FPGA development, including design and implementation of replacement components, while ensuring compliance with DO-254 and DO-160 standards. Proficient in hardware verification, schematic updates, and communication of technical recommendations to stakeholders.

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FPGA DevelopmentVHDL ProgrammingDO-254 ComplianceEmbedded Hardware DevelopmentPCB Design Review

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Hard Skills

FPGA DevelopmentVHDL ProgrammingVerilog ProgrammingSystemVerilog ProgrammingDigital ElectronicsSignal IntegrityPower IntegrityHardware VerificationComponent SelectionTechnology Refresh

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AMD/Xilinx VivadoIntel QuartusMicrochip Libero

Industry Keywords

DMSMS AssessmentLast Time BuyAvionicsEmbedded Communication InterfacesARINC 429MIL-STD-1553EthernetPCIeSPII²C

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform DMSMS assessments and identify risks associated with obsolete or soon-to-be-obsolete electronic components
Develop mitigation strategies, including alternate component selection, technology refresh, FPGA redesign, and Last Time Buy recommendations
Design FPGA-based replacements for obsolete ASICs, CPLDs, PLDs, and discrete logic
Develop and maintain qualified replacement Bills of Material
Support schematic updates, PCB design reviews, signal integrity, power integrity, and hardware verification activities
Evaluate design and interface impacts related to DO-254, DO-160, ARP4754A, and ARP4761
Support laboratory testing, hardware integration, troubleshooting, and configuration management
Develop certification-quality engineering documentation
Support engineering change implementation and communicate technical recommendations to customers and internal stakeholders
Assist with ASIC-related design activities when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
10+ years of professional experience with FPGA or embedded hardware development
FPGA development experience using AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or Microchip Libero
Experience programming in VHDL, Verilog, and/or SystemVerilog
Experience with DO-254 and DO-160 requirements or certification activities
Knowledge of digital electronics, PCB design reviews, signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC considerations
Experience with avionics or embedded communication interfaces such as ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, PCIe, SPI, I²C, CAN, or UART
U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Employer-matched 401(k)
Certification assistance
Clear opportunities for advancement
Flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability coverage
Professional development support
Flexible, friendly workplace