# Electronic Hardware Engineer at QuEST Defense

- Company: QuEST Defense
- What the company does: QuEST Defense is a global engineering services company. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://quest-defense.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Remote
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-09-28
- Apply by: 2026-11-12
- Apply: https://www.quest-defense.com/careers/life-at-quest-defense/current-opportunities/?gh_jid=5247041007
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/quest-defense-electronic-hardware-engineer/

## About the role

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions is seeking an Electronic Hardware Engineer to support development of a next-generation control system for small modular nuclear reactors. This role focuses on PCB design and hardware development, contributing across the full lifecycle from schematic capture and layout through validation and production support.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of experience in electronic hardware / PCB design
- Proven experience owning full lifecycle PCB development (architecture, schematic capture, layout, validation, and production)
- Strong experience with component selection and BOM development, including lifecycle and availability considerations
- Proficiency with PCB design tools (Altium preferred or equivalent ECAD tools)
- Hands-on experience with board bring-up, debugging, and hardware validation

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