Hardware Engineer 1

Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Hardware Engineer 1's for a contract opportunity in Boulder, CO.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Strong knowledge of wire?harness design, BOM management.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for cross?disciplinary collaboration.
• Familiarity with the design and integration of SATCOM ground terminals, RF?over?Fiber, high?power transmitters, and antennas.
• Develop and manage Bill of Materials (BOM), Bill of Exchange (BOE), and Statements of Work (SOW) for hardware projects, ensuring traceability and configuration control.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across team boundaries.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Looking for an Engineer Hardware 1 to support our Hardware Department.
Responsibilities
• Build spare kits for mobile antenna system
• Develop Bill of Materials (BOM) for hardware projects ensuring traceability and configuration control.
• Perform component compatibility reviews
• Conduct work in an Electro?Static Discharge (ESD) laboratory, including following standard operating procedures, safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Design Engineers to resolve document?related issues, drive design improvements, and streamline manufacturing processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Familiarity with Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) laboratories, including standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and compliance with J STD 001 ICT and Space Applications Electronic Hardware.
• Demonstrated understanding of Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs) and troubleshooting activities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:
Full-Time 5/40 workweek. This position will serve on-site in Boulder, CO.

ADDITIONAL:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

 
Job Number: 217888
Job Location: Boulder, CO
Rate: Up to $68.20 DOE
Duration: 6 months
Input Date: 04/13/2026
Firm Name: CHIPTON ROSS
Attention: Kevin Suk
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: ksuk@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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