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Hardware Design Engineer 3 with Security Clearance
InterImage, Inc.Fort Meade, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026
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$50k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
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Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
**Active US Security Clearance With Polygraph Required** We are seeking a skilled Hardware Design Engineer to support advanced technology initiatives focused on system-level design. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment, working across the full hardware development lifecycle-from concept through fabrication and validation. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop ASIC, FPGA, and SoC-based microelectronic systems * Perform simulation, verification, and debugging of hardware designs * Develop and maintain HDL code using Verilog and/or VHDL * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture and hardware requirements * Conduct design analysis to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability * Support physical design processes including synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure * Interface with fabrication teams and support semiconductor manufacturing efforts * Utilize industry-standard EDA tools for schematic capture, simulation, and verification Required Qualifications: * Experience designing and developing ASICs, FPGAs, and/or SoCs * Strong proficiency in HDL coding (Verilog and/or VHDL) * Deep understanding of digital logic design and analog circuit fundamentals * Solid knowledge of computer architecture and semiconductor physics * Experience with physical ASIC design, including place-and-route tools * Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication processes * Hands-on experience with commercial EDA tools such as Cadence, Mentor Graphics, or Synopsys Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with advanced node semiconductor design * Familiarity with mixed-signal design and verification * Experience working in DoD, IC, or other mission-critical environments Why Join Us: * Opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware technologies * Exposure to full lifecycle microelectronics development * Collaborative, engineering-driven environment * Strong potential for long-term growth and technical ownership Requirements * Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years of additional hardware design engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
* Twelve (12) years' experience as a Hardware Design Engineer in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering of the same is required.
* Current TS/SCI with Polygraph required Benefits * 401K: up to 3% discretionary profit sharing contribution + 100% match on the 1st 7% of pay
* PTO: 20 days per year
* Healthcare, dental, vision, Free for a single participant
* $50,000 Life insurance provided, additional voluntary life insurance available InterImage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. InterImage provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
* Twelve (12) years' experience as a Hardware Design Engineer in integrated circuit or microelectronic component design or reverse engineering of the same is required.
* Current TS/SCI with Polygraph required Benefits * 401K: up to 3% discretionary profit sharing contribution + 100% match on the 1st 7% of pay
* PTO: 20 days per year
* Healthcare, dental, vision, Free for a single participant
* $50,000 Life insurance provided, additional voluntary life insurance available InterImage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. InterImage provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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