At least 7 years of professional experience in hardware product development.
Strong understanding of printed circuit board layout techniques that meet mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing requirements.
Ability to read, interpret, and review schematics using industry best practices.
Solid foundation in modern analog and digital electronics.
Experience using Altium Designer or equivalent electronic computer-aided design tools.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design and develop advanced hardware products.
Perform full-cycle printed circuit board design, including requirements definition, schematic capture, component selection, layout supervision or execution, bring-up, testing, debugging, and system integration.
Drive product maturity through rapid prototyping, design verification, and qualification activities.
Conduct peer-level and cross-discipline design reviews.
Perform root cause analysis to support production and sustainment operations.
Manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects and customer requirements.
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting hardware qualification, verification, and production readiness.
Background working on defense or mission-critical hardware programs.
An active Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance.
Position Overview TAP Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design, development, and integration of advanced electronic hardware systems in a mission-focused environment. This role involves full-cycle PCB development, from requirements capture and schematic design through layout oversight, bring-up, testing, debugging, and system integration. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in mixed-signal hardware design and thrives in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple concurrent programs. This position requires strong technical leadership, sound engineering judgment, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-reliability hardware solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design and develop advanced hardware products
Perform full-cycle PCB design, including requirements definition, schematic capture, component selection, layout supervision or execution, bring-up, test, debug, and system integration
Drive product maturity through rapid prototyping, design verification, and qualification activities
Conduct peer-level and cross-discipline design reviews
Perform root cause analysis to support production and sustainment operations
Manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects and customer requirements
Required Qualifications
7+ years of professional experience in hardware product development
Strong understanding of PCB layout techniques to meet mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing requirements
Ability to read, interpret, and review schematics using industry best practices
Solid foundation in modern analog and digital electronics
Experience using Altium Designer or equivalent E-CAD tools
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting hardware qualification, verification, and production readiness
Background working on defense or mission-critical hardware programs
Clearance Requirement This position does not require an active clearance; However, an active Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance would be preferred.
Benefits Overview TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)
Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents
Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses
Additional Information TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.