Electrical Engineer - Mixed Signal and FPGA Systems

Description:

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.

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Summary:

As an Electrical Engineer specializing in Mixed-Signal and FPGA Systems, you are responsible for the end-to-end design, development, and integration of rugged embedded hardware products within NAI’s Configurable Open Systems Architecture (COSA) platform. Your work directly supports mission-critical aerospace, defense, and industrial applications by delivering robust, deterministic solutions that bridge analog and digital domains. This role offers a technical career growth path with the opportunity to advance into a Principal Design Engineer position. Engineers who excel in this role often take on ownership of COSA product families, contribute to system-level architectural decisions, and play a key role in early-stage R&D. It’s an ideal fit for those who thrive on solving complex hardware challenges and want to deepen their impact through technical expertise.

• Design and review schematics for embedded mixed-signal circuit boards used in rugged, high-reliability environments.
• Own product-level power architectures, including power sequencing, current budgeting, protection circuitry, and thermal design.
• Develop and debug analog, discrete, and high-speed differential interfaces (e.g., ADCs, signal conditioning, RS-422/485, Ethernet, video).
• Implement VHDL-based control logic to manage hardware behavior with deterministic timing and precision.
• Conduct board-level hardware bring-up and validation using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, function generators).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers in motor control, power electronics, signal processing, and embedded systems.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) efforts for COSA platforms through early-stage R&D and system integration.
• Participate in peer design reviews and ensure compliance with NAI’s quality, safety, and environmental standards..

Qualifications and Education requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3–7 years of experience in mixed-signal hardware development for embedded systems.
• Proficient in schematic capture and PCB design tools (OrCAD or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with FPGA development using VHDL in real-time control systems.
• Solid understanding of analog and digital signal interfacing techniques.
• Experience designing and analyzing power systems including regulators and sequencing. · Capable of hands-on hardware bring-up, troubleshooting, and validation in a lab environment. · Familiarity with simulation and design tools such as Vivado and LTSpice.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Background in designing systems for aerospace, military, or industrial environments.
• Prior experience with motor drives, power supplies, or rugged instrumentation.
• Knowledge of deterministic system design and hard real-time control.
• Ability to work independently and drive technical ownership from concept through production.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in signal behavior and timing.

North Atlantic Industries offer comprehensive and competitive packages including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax-deferred 401K with company matching contributions
• Vacation, holidays, sick
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Business casual dress environment
• Schedule: M-F Day Shift

North Atlantic Industries (NAI) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at 631-567-1100 or by email at [email protected].

As a federal government contractor, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, North Atlantic Industries (NAI) is required to develop annual Affirmative Action Plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Any employees or applicants who wish to review the Affirmative Action Plan for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities can contact us by sending an email to [email protected] or by calling 631-567-1100.