Company Description

Pixels on Target is a leading thermal optic product design company based in Sunrise, FL. We are dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions using disruptive technologies to enhance overmatch capabilities for defense missions. Our team custom develops solutions to meet specific mission requirements, ensuring optimal results for our clients.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Sunrise, FL for a Senior/Staff Hardware Design Engineer at Pixels on Target. In this role, you’ll take ownership of hardware architecture, design, development, and verification. You'll collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team to build and deliver innovative, high-performance hardware solutions.

Qualifications

1. Hardware & PCB Design Expertise

• Proficient with PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or KiCad.
• Strong knowledge of digital and high-speed circuit design.
• Experienced in schematic design, component selection, layout, and hardware testing.
• Skilled in designing multi-layer PCBs with high-density interconnects.

2. Embedded Systems Development

• Proven experience in designing hardware for embedded systems.
• Familiar with microcontrollers, SoCs, and FPGA architectures.
• Knowledge of low-power design techniques for energy-efficient applications.

3. System Performance Optimization

• Ability to evaluate and optimize CPU, memory, and I/O efficiency.
• Understanding of power consumption, thermal management, and system stability.
• Experience designing for scalability and system resource optimization.

4. Troubleshooting & Debugging

• Proficient with hardware debug tools: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
• Comfortable with validation processes and resolving hardware issues in lab environments.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Experience working alongside mechanical, thermal, firmware, and software teams.
• Effective in supporting system-level debug and hardware/software integration.

6. Hardware Bring-Up & Design Verification

• Skilled in early-stage bring-up and prototyping.
• Experience conducting Design Verification Testing (DVT) to ensure reliability and spec compliance.

7. Project Ownership & Release

• Track record of managing hardware projects from concept to production.
• Strong documentation practices and understanding of industry standards and release processes.

Additional Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC considerations in PCB design.
• Familiarity with FPGA/CPLD development, including Verilog/VHDL (a plus).
• Experience with manufacturing processes and supply chain management for hardware components.
• Expertise in thermal management and an understanding of thermal design principles.