Systems Design Engineer IV - Missions Processing
Frontgrade · frontgrade.com
Colorado SpringsOn-siteSenior8+ yrs
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Systems design engineer for circuit card, module and box-level hardware integration in space and military products.
FPGA
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- 34 d ago · posted 2026-06-24
- Location
- Colorado Springs, CO
Full description
The Systems Design Engineer IV 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.
• 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
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Support bids and proposals for RFQs/RFPs by developing architectures, technical volumes, and feasibility assessments
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Participate in design reviews, providing technical insight to ensure robust, space-qualified solutions.
Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. OR (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.
• Proven experience in hardware integration for complex electronic systems, ideally in aerospace or defense.
• Strong understanding of modular system architectures, 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.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance
• Experience in integrated electronic system design
• FPGA design/programming experience is preferred
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