Senior Embedded Hardware Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 17, 2026. Curtiss-Wright scores B on the Alion truth index.
Curtiss-Wright in Dayton, OH is one of the most innovative designers and manufacturers of rugged, secure, data storage and recording solutions for the defense and aerospace industries. At Curtiss-Wright, you have the opportunity to transform the way our customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides our employees with excellent experiences that enable them to develop their skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. At Curtiss-Wright, you will have the opportunity to contribute from day one. And… that’s just the beginning of how we help you transform your tomorrow.
The Opportunity | Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
As a Senior Embedded Hardware Engineer in our Dayton facility, you will be responsible for all aspects of development within an embedded systems environment. You will support activities including requirements definition, design capture, debugging, testing, documenting, support and at the most senior level, may provide architecture, mentoring, and team leadership.
This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking, global organization company working at the forefront of technology!
Location:Dayton, OH
Salary Range: $105,000 - $150,000 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ohio. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
Your Challenge:
Provide multi-layered technical expertise for next generation initiatives.
Provide system architecture definition based on required functionality.
Conceives system interfaces and business application prototypes.
Write requirements.
Analyze requirements and develop design alternatives.
Influences the shaping of future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems.
Design, develop and test new embedded hardware.
Support and enhance existing embedded hardware.
Apply established development processes and assist in process improvement.
Develop test procedures and execute verification testing
Generate complete and accurate user and design documentation.
Perform/coordinate various analyses in support of detailed design of components, major assemblies, software and systems.
Design of high-speed hardware including schematic capture and layout
Review and validation of high-speed designs and layouts
Provide input and evaluation of new technologies and products.
Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses.
Provide task breakdowns and accurate estimates for project planning.
Provide mentoring for junior engineering staff.
Assist in maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere within the team.
Liaise with customers.
Your Expertise:
SKILLS
Strong sense of responsibility, commitment to quality and achieving deadlines.
Knowledge of computer engineering processes and standards.
Excellent ability to understand, break down and analyze system level requirements
Strong understanding of system engineering concepts and systematic problem-solving skills
Well versed in the latest rugged/embedded technologies commonly utilized in the defense/aerospace industry
Able to quickly and effectively resolve complex engineering problems
Solid communication, presentation and organizational skills
Ability to think outside the box and systematically deal with highly dynamic engineering situations
Strong debug/integration/troubleshooting experience -- act as a leader and a sounding board for the department
Well versed in Microsoft Office Suite
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with minimum 10 years' experience.
Experience in the following is an asset:
Embedded Hardware knowledge and experience with processor systems (Intel, ARM, PIC, Atmel, NXP)
Strong knowledge of hardware interfaces and buses like Ethernet, PCIe, PCI, Fibre Channel, I2C, SPI, USB
Validation and production test methodologies.
Reading/understanding IC datasheets, board schematics.
Diagnostic tools like Digital Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, DVMs, etc.
Project management
FPGA development using hardware descriptor languages such as Verilog or VHDL is an asset
Hardware design with Altium
Cybersecurity and NIAP Common Criteria is a bonus
US citizen required
What we offer:
Curtiss-Wright is proud to offer our employees a comprehensive total rewards package:
Competitive Pay
Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance and more
Savings opportunities for retirement, with an opportunity to become a shareholder
Learning and development opportunities
Recognition for your contributions
About Us:
Data Solutions in Dayton, Ohio prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution. Some of the services we provide are:
System-level architecture
Highly skilled program management
Industry-leading engineering services
Turnkey system design
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by ourTalent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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