This world class leader in the wireless components sector is experiencing growth and requires your advanced expertise and creative talents. As the Sr. Design Engineer in this wireless module group, you will design circulators and isolators that meet cost, performance and reliability standards. You will interface with US and global engineering, production and marketing teams to successfully launch new products. As a key part of the entire life cycle, you will work with colleagues to understand customer needs, then design, assemble and test engineering samples for new products. You will provide technical leadership for engineers and technicians in the circulator and isolator group, resolve system-level issues, manage new product introduction issues in the factory, and ensure successful product introductions. This is a hands-on position and includes the setting up, testing and troubleshooting of RF test benches and test fixtures. Additional responsibilities include working with vendors, test analysis, release of documentation packages, and presenting information to staff and management via conference calls and reports. Company will permit candidate to base in Dallas, San Jose, or may consider a telecommuting engineer. Salary is open and depends upon experience. This Fortune firm provides an excellent benefits package to include insurances, 401K, paid time off, college savings plan, and much more. If you meet the requirements for the ideal candidate, please send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com for consideration.

Requirements:

– BSEE plus 5+ years experience with circulator and isolator design required

– Strong familiarity with design architecture platforms used in circulators

– Knowledge of appropriate material options for circulators, along with their cost and performance repercussions

– Must have experience in a high-volume factory setting

– Strong skills in AutoCad and / or similar CAD tools

– Expertise with spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal analyzers, power meters, and passive components is required

– Experience in designing custom toolings and fixtures

– Knowledge of reliability and quality testing methods and quality standards in the electronics industry, especially those relevant to designing circulators and isolators

– Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

– Self-directed, with the ability to work well individually and also contribute to diverse, cross-functional teams

– Background in a MMIC/ Wireless module environment

Job Location:  Carson, CA

Career Level:   Senior

Job Type: 12 month contract

Pay Type:  Hourly

Maximum Pay:  $61.00

Minimum Pay:  $28.00

Required Engineering Field/Major: Engineering

General Job Description:

System Engineer for the Force Battle Command Brigade and Below (FBCB2)/Battle Command Product Line (BCPL) program. Tasks include but are not limited to the following:
• Analyze parts of a complex engineering system, for the purpose of developing, deriving, and documenting requirements and concepts of operation/execution
• Translate system requirements into required software requirements and ensure flowdown to software developers; complete preliminary software design based on approved requirements
• Plan, perform, and document studies, investigations, and analysis to manage risks and ensure performance, security, and safety requirements are met
Work within the confines of a software product line includes its established plans and practices.
Participate in the domain analysis of the BCPL.Qualified candidates must be a US Citizen with preference given to candidates possessing an active secret clearance. Some occasional travel required.

Critical style attributes include:
• Detail oriented, well organized, self-starter, and able to work independently
• Analytical ability to derive and/or prove conclusions and provide alternative solutions and recommendations to problems and concepts
• Team player, able to work in a fast paced and multi-task environment
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills

The following are the Basic Qualifications for the position:

• BS/CS (some experience desired)

Knowledge and understanding of systems engineering concepts, techniques, methods, and procedures
• Ability to conduct requirements reviews, design reviews, and code reviews without help or guidance
• Knowledge of software architecture and design, especially real-time systems
• Knowledge of TCP/IP based networking, including typically used protocol stacks and formats
• Experience with MS Project, DOORS or some similar requirements or test management tool/system

Experience in the following areas is an asset:

• CCNA or equivalent networking experience
• Experience with Rational ClearCase and ClearQuest clients
• OO Software development experience, particularly in C++/Linux

• Previous experience on Army programs and battle management is desirable
Proficient with UML, particularly using Rational Rose; ability to produce use case diagrams, sequence diagrams, interface specifications, and class diagrams

Defining the future. Join the men and women of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in meeting the largest, most complex systems challenges imaginable for government, military and business.

Required Skills: • BS/CS (some experience desired)

Company/Client Profile: A Veteran-owned Virginia Corporation serving the government and corporate industries, ZKD, LLC was founded on its strong Staffing Solutions, Security Management, and Information Management capabilities.  We provide federal and commercial clients quality professionals supporting a vast array of skill sets.  ZKD’s management practices for success are built upon the principle that management and organizational effectiveness leads to employee effectiveness. 

Application Instructions: Reply to email

Employer/Recruiter Contact Info:

Robert F. Darden

VP, Commercial Operations

ZKD,LLC

101 E. Park Blvd., Suite 600

Plano, TX 75074

Ph : 972.516.3785

Fax: 972.516.3786

robert [dot] darden [at] zkdllc [dot] com

Senior Level Engineer, (8 – 10 week contract) ($28.00-61.00 Per hour)

Provides design, layout and drafting support to engineers/drafters to ensure the efficient production of detailed design requirements for contract deliverables. Recommend working plans for delivery of contract compliant drawings, specifications and other CDRL requirements. Prepares or directs working plans, detailed drawings, and complete electromechanical drawings of components and assemblies from note, verbal instructions, and rough or detailed sketches for engineering or manufacturing purposes. Makes engineering computations, write specifications, and makes adjustments in drawings or layouts as directed or required. Orients, trains, and checks the work of others supplying drafting content to specific deliverables. Prepares or directs drafting of formal drawings of electronic and mechanical parts, assemblies, and subassemblies from rough sketches.

The following are the Basic Qualifications for this position: 10 years experience directly related to this position.

Minimum of 10 years drafting experience in the electromechanical field. Must have general knowledge of mechanical & electromechanical design and be thoroughly familiar with recommended design/drafting standards. General knowledge of manufacturing practices and comprehensive working knowledge of DOD and commercial drawing specifications/requirements. Attention to detail, speed, accuracy, organized and ability to apply general drafting standards, principles, symbols and engineering terms to drawings a must. Complete working knowledge of AutoCAD required, Pro/E and SolidWorks are a plus.

Uses standard desktop (PC) computer Windows-based tools to produce original documents including ECOs, procedures and reports. The individual’s familiarity with AutoCAD software and knowledge of drafting specifications and standards enables performance of technical activities. This position requires physical ability to manuever around equipment in test labs; verbal acuity to clearly communicate with personnel; and manual dexterity sufficient to use keyboards and control panels.

Reply to: robert [dot] darden [at] zkdllc [dot] com

Robert F. Darden

VP, Commercial Operations

ZKD,LLC

101 E. Park Blvd., Suite 600

A Veteran-owned Virginia Corporation serving the government and corporate industries, ZKD, LLC was founded on its strong Staffing Solutions, Security Management, and Information Management capabilities.  We provide federal and commercial clients quality professionals supporting a vast array of skill sets.  ZKD’s management practices for success are built upon the principle that management and organizational effectiveness leads to employee effectiveness. 

Bring your Mechanical Engineering and Thermal Testing skills to a rapid-growth company raising the bar of excellence in the data communications arena. You may be either an ME who has thermal testing experience, or an ME who is knowledgeable enough about thermal testing to project manage a vendor relationship with an outsourced testing firm. The company would prefer to hire a salaried employee but will also consider a contract-to-hire arrangement. This exciting corporation provides the stability of many years in business with the excitement of new technological breakthroughs in both software and hardware. You will receive a great benefits package including comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance; 401K; life and disability insurance; generous paid time off; educational reimbursement; and more. If this is not the right opportunity for you, please consider inviting recruiter David Herrmann to connect with you on LinkedIn in order to receive information on future engineering openings. For immediate consideration, send your MS word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com or contact the recruiter via the information at http://www.alynpatrick.com/contact.html

Requirements:

– BSME or MSME degree required

– Thermal Dynamics experience, either expertise in testing, or experience in managing outside vendors

– Thermal Testing experience

– Thermal Simulation experience

– Front Panel and Cabinet Design

– Material Cost Optimizer

– Familiarity with high performance electronics design solutions such as Icepak, FloTherm, or CF Design. Strongly prefer Icepak.

– Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

– Desire to grow and thrive in a fast-paced technological environment

Seeking a fast paced, experienced C#, .NET software engineer with software automation experience. Project is projected for a short term assignment and we need someone who is available immediately. A good problem solver and eager to take ownership of the in-house application which is about 90% complete. Dive into existing code as well as developing new code as conditions change. Will be involved mostly in a short project aimed at answering urgent technology and business need. For immediate consideration, please send your MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com.

Requirements:

– 3-5+ years .NET experience
– 3-5+ years C# experience
– 3-5+ years WebServices
– MS Visual Studio 2005 environment
– Advanced SQL skills
– Object-oriented programming skills
– Desire to work in fast-paced exciting environment
– Experienced with GUI development

Bring your RF Design Engineering expertise to a global company in this important contract role. You will research RF component and RFIC vendors, analyze their products for applicability to the femto-cell and pico-cell transceiver requirements, and conduct lab evaluations. Take responsibility for development of the hardware requirements related to the RF front-end circuits and RFICs. This is a four to six month contract opening. If you meet the requirements listed, send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com
Requirements:
– BSEE (minimum) or MSEE plus 5-10 years of related experience
– Expertise in RF transceiver design and testing
– Recent and relevant experience with new and developing 3GPP and WiMax standards
– Familiarity with test equipment required to test 3GPP and WiMax devices and the associated testing methodologies
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and experience with technical documentation

Join this fast-growth Fortune 500 Company on a key project and take responsibility for development of the high level design and documentation of the high speed digital section of a compact base station transceiver and power supply. The contract is for a 4 to 6 months (target). You must have experience in the design of high speed digital boards with SERDES interfaces operating in excess of 2 Gbps. In addition, you should have experience with designs utilizing FPGAs, DSP processors, and memory interfaces. If you meet the listed requirements, please send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com

Requirements:

– BSEE or MSEE plus 5 to 10 years experience
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience with technical documentation
– Experience with SERDES interfaces operating in excess of 2 Gbps
– Design experience with high speed digital circuit cards requiring FPGAs, DSP processors, and memory interfaces

This represents a rare opportunity for a Hardware Design engineer in the telecom, communications or high-speed digital design space to transfer your skills into the rewarding scientific instrumentation and sensor space. Your high speed digital design, FPGA (particularly VHDL) and (if you have it) analog hardware design skills will be an extremely valuable skill enhancement to this vibrant organization who is blazing new technology trails. Learn electro-optical designs, a wide range of sensor technologies and work with a diverse group of engineers on cryptic and innovative designs for both government and commercial entities. As Senior Electrical Engineer you will create specs, design, fabricate and test devices along with other hardware and software engineers. Your technical problem-solving abilities, hardware specification and architecture definition skills, and strong analog circuit design experience will contribute to the company’s success. This role is roughly 85% Digital (mostly high speed digital) and 15% analog in focus. In addition to a generous salary, the company provides an excellent benefits program of health, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and more. For immediate consideration, send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com

Requirements:

– BS required; MS desirable
– 10+ years product design and development (FGPA and High Speed Digital), including analog circuit design (plus)
– Track record of developing Hardware specifications and defining architecture of hardware devices
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, small company environment
– Security Clearance or the ability to obtain it is desirable
– Other desirable experience includes experience with precision instrumentation, electro-optical systems, battery-operated and handheld devices, Spice simulation, switching power supplies, ISO 9000 standards, embedded processors, ASIC, Electrical CAD software experience, with programs such as SuperSpice, OrCAD, Protel or Schematica
– Previous Optics, Optical Design, MEMS, sensors, medical device, semiconductor instrumentation etc very helpful. Ideal candidate will have both VHDL and Analog experience but analog is not required.

-4 to 6 month target contract.

Growth at this global Wireless Communications Company has led to the need for a contract Digital Design Engineer who can take responsibility for the development of requirements and high level design in the digital network interface section of the femto-cell and pico-cell system. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. The contract is expected to last 4 to 6 months. For immediate consideration, please send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com

Requirements:

– BSEE required; MSEE a plus
– 10+ years experience with digital network and hardware design
– Experience with implementation of IP interfaces along with IPSEC
– Experience in gathering requirements, translating them into designs, and creating technical documentation

Join an established 7+ year old firm that is expanding. The company has doubled its revenue over the last 3 years! Candidate will develop leading edge Windows Device Drivers for multimedia processing electronics (this company develops board and application layer electronics not semiconductor and micro-processor electronics). Will interact with an expert team of engineers (Hardware, embedded, application, mechanical) to deliver custom solutions and advanced high volume consumer electronics. Will develop robust device drivers and expand skill base into the Linux driver and kernel world. Room for growth and ample technical challenge. Small vibrant setting where you can wear many hats!

Skills sought include:

3-5+ years of C/C++ Device Driver development. Must have some Windows DDK experience. 2+ years of Windows based driver experience (DDK or NDIS).

Experience With following a huge plus: Linux, embedded Linux, Kernel, BIOS, MPEG, Video Graphics, Win2000/XP, SDK, Win32 API, SoftIce, NuMega DriverStudio tool suite, WDM, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, network communications, decoders, encoders, video, camera processing, wireless USB, ARM based, MIPS, DVR, Set-top designs, reference boards, PCI, PCMCIA, 1394, tuners

For consideration, please email resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com