SUMMARY: The Hardware Engineer is responsible for researching and analyzing hardware engineering problems at a conceptual level, elaborating these concepts into top-level designs within the market-driven constraints of fidelity, quality, cost, and schedule, then developing these top-level hardware designs into the final detail design and the implementing them in military training systems. Further responsibilities include risk identification and management, communicating with coworkers and management at every phase of the design process, and presenting design ideas, solutions, and status. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Directs and conducts activities to design new electronics hardware, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develops test procedures. + Directs, conducts, design for the mechanical design of new and existing products to meet “ease of use” functionality. + Review designs and provides timely, constructive feedback of mechanical and electrical drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software such as AutoCad. + Understand and implement product and drawing baseline management concepts, processes and procedures. + Sustain drawing package through conversion of hardcopy drawings into electronic format utilizing CAD Software. + Ensure proper identification of equipment and ensure it is tracked, assessed, inducted, repaired, maintained, handled, and returned to training sites on time and to applicable industry standards. + Prepare reports as required for correspondence, communication, and activities. + Plan and prepare technical reports, design specifications, test specifications, CDRLs, and test procedures as required. + Attends necessary weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings as required or directed by CymSTAR’s Program Manager. + Troubleshoot simulator issues to resolve problems and ensure trainer availability + Analyze trainer deficiencies, determine the cause, and apply iterative systems engineering processes to resolve the problem. + performs engineering analyses to investigate and recommend solutions for maintenance write-ups or test discrepancies + Perform systems engineering requirements for front-end analysis, training situation analysis, design, development, production, fielding, modification, and sustainment IAW the Systems Engineering Management Plan + Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisor. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent; 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Background must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the sciences underlying hardware and software engineering. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common professional literature. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management, and colleagues. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to comprehend and apply basic trigonometry and calculus. Ability to comprehend and apply principles of modern algebra, Boolean algebra, ratios, and percentages. COMPUTER SKILLS: Solid Technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications are essential. Experienced and proficient in the use of standard personal computer software tools; including word processors, spreadsheets, presentation graphics and databases. Experienced and proficient with specialized Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. CITIZENSHIP: U.S. Citizenship. Must be able to obtain a Secret Level Clearance OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Experienced and proficient in the use of standard Personal Computer productivity software tools including word processors, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, project management, and databases. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: + The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. + The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: + The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, electrical shock, moving parts and vibration. + The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. + The employee is occasionally required to work holidays, weekends, and odd shifts. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: + Comply with company policies and procedures and work instructions + Follow company standards of professionalism + Treat customers and coworkers with respect + Be honest and dedicated in your work + Follow directions of supervisory and management staff + Comply with Company quality standards + Maintain a professional appearance and comply with any company dress code CymSTAR, LLC will recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified individuals in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military and/or veteran status, or disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. CymSTAR, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department via phone at 918-251-8100 or email at hr@cymstar.com This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.