Design and layout of high-performance, high-reliability PCBs for aerospace applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, firmware, and software engineers to ensure design requirements are met
Work with industry-leading software (e.g.: Altium Designer) to create detailed schematics and layout design
Ensure design and manufacturing practices adhere to industry standards and regulations
Create and maintain technical documentation for PCB layout and design
Troubleshoot and resolve any PCB design and layout issues
Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and technicians
Contribute to PCB/PCBA design reviews by providing DFM/DFA/DFT and similar value-added info.
Develop and maintain board eCAD design libraries, including part footprints and related information.
Demonstrate a sense of urgency, commitment, and focus on the right priorities in each PCB design.
Independently determine the general approach and provide reliable solutions to technical problems including working through complex issues related to PCB layouts and assemblies.
Collaborate in defining PCB development process improvements (procedures and checklists).
Check the quality of work of other layout resources, including internal and external resources.
Mentor internal layout resources on PCB layout and Altium best practices.

A minimum of 8 years of experience in PCB layout and design, specifically in the aerospace and defense industry
Certifications such as: CID (Certified Interconnect Designer) CIS (Certified IPC Specialists) CSE (Certified Standards Expert)
Strong understanding of digital, analog, mixed-signal, and high-speed layout, and design
Experience using industry-leading software such as Allegro, Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, KiCad
Ability to create detailed PCB layout design
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as IPC-6012 Class 3
Demonstrated knowledge and use of PCB best practices for design, manufacturing, and testing, including PCB assembly to IPC Class 3 standards
High-speed, impedance-controlled stack-up, multi-layer board layout design
Fine pitch BGA routing, including microvias, blind–buried vias. Complex analog and digital signal routing.
Design constraint management; including trace length matching, spacing rules, etc.
Multi-rail power delivery and high-speed signal integrity constraints.
Ability to create and maintain symbol/footprint libraries.
Excellent attention to detail and strong task ownership, someone who demonstrates pride in all work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Senior PCB Designer – Advanced Concepts, Enterprise Engineering

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