Hardware Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Hardware Engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where defense contractors, aerospace firms, and semiconductor companies maintain significant engineering workforces. Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Ball Aerospace are among the most established employers in the state, consistently hiring across embedded systems, RF and microwave engineering, and printed circuit board design. The market runs from new graduates entering defense programs to senior engineers leading hardware development on complex government and commercial systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Standard Job Description
Conducts or participates in the research, design, development, and testing of COTS or custom computing hardware and/or otherelectrical components. Develops designs for the installation of components and assembliesinto chassis, racks, cabinets,workstations, customer facilities, and/or shelters. Plans, directs, reviews and coordinates preparation of project documentation to ensure customer contract and company requirements are met. Prepares specifications, evaluates vendors, and analyzes test reports.
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Hardware Engineer
- Provide real time, operational support to various teams for the operation and maintenance of Ground and Space system software and equipment
- Provide system maintenance support for a large system of computers (Linux environment), associated switching, network, communication circuits, and equipment
- Identify system problems, perform troubleshooting, correcting, and documenting both software and hardware failures
- Support daily system configuration management during operations and system upgrades/modifications
- Ensure inter-system capabilities with multiple Remote Ground Stations including Satellite Control Network
- Provide limited database system administration
- Provide operations subject matter expertise to technical working groups
- Participate in Ground and Space anomaly resolution working groups
- Analyze and validate system performance
- Thoroughly document system deficiencies
- Provide technical recommendations and guidance to Ground and Satellite operators during system failures and recovery
- Monitor and recover, if necessary, software and database synchronization between primary and backup operations centers
- Collaborate closely with internal/external technical engineering operations teams
- Troubleshoot system anomalies when external customers endure data outage
Typical Minimums :
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree. Considered experienced, but still a learner.
Basic Qualifications
- Active Top Secret security clearance (the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance)
- General knowledge/experience in Linux
- Redhat Experience
- Must be able to support 24x7 operations environment
- Security + certification
- System troubleshooting skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment
Desired Skills
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- experience with Linux shell scripting
- Background in technology, engineering, software, hardware, System, or network administration
- Satellite systems experience
- RF Systems Experience
- experience with large complex systems
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
Conducts or participates in the research, design, development, and testing of COTS or custom computing hardware and/or otherelectrical components. Develops designs for the installation of components and assembliesinto chassis, racks, cabinets,workstations, customer facilities, and/or shelters. Plans, directs, reviews and coordinates preparation of project documentation to ensure customer contract and company requirements are met. Prepares specifications, evaluates vendors, and analyzes test reports.
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Hardware Engineer
- Provide real time, operational support to various teams for the operation and maintenance of Ground and Space system software and equipment
- Provide system maintenance support for a large system of computers (Linux environment), associated switching, network, communication circuits, and equipment
- Identify system problems, perform troubleshooting, correcting, and documenting both software and hardware failures
- Support daily system configuration management during operations and system upgrades/modifications
- Ensure inter-system capabilities with multiple Remote Ground Stations including Satellite Control Network
- Provide limited database system administration
- Provide operations subject matter expertise to technical working groups
- Participate in Ground and Space anomaly resolution working groups
- Analyze and validate system performance
- Thoroughly document system deficiencies
- Provide technical recommendations and guidance to Ground and Satellite operators during system failures and recovery
- Monitor and recover, if necessary, software and database synchronization between primary and backup operations centers
- Collaborate closely with internal/external technical engineering operations teams
- Troubleshoot system anomalies when external customers endure data outage
Typical Minimums :
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree. Considered experienced, but still a learner.
Basic Qualifications
- Active Top Secret security clearance (the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance)
- General knowledge/experience in Linux
- Redhat Experience
- Must be able to support 24x7 operations environment
- Security + certification
- System troubleshooting skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment
Desired Skills
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- experience with Linux shell scripting
- Background in technology, engineering, software, hardware, System, or network administration
- Satellite systems experience
- RF Systems Experience
- experience with large complex systems
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hardware engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and hardware bring-up
- Proficiency with lab instruments including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
- Experience designing for FPGA, ASIC, or embedded microcontroller platforms
- Active or eligible DoD security clearance, required by many Colorado defense contractors
- Familiarity with hardware design review processes and regulatory standards such as IPC or MIL-SPEC
Hardware Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hardware engineer in Colorado?
Most hardware engineer roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline. Colorado does not require a state-issued license specifically for hardware engineers, though engineers who stamp public-facing designs may pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors. Many defense and aerospace roles also require candidates to obtain or maintain a DoD security clearance.
How much do hardware engineers make in Colorado?
Hardware engineers in Colorado earn a median of about $156,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $100,050 for the lowest 10% to over $222,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hardware engineers in Colorado?
Colorado hardware engineer roles are posted by Lockheed Martin, Amazon, and Blue Origin and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's strong defense and aerospace sector means a large share of openings come from government contractors and systems integrators with long-term operations in the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most hardware engineer jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder have the most hardware engineer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market through its concentration of aerospace and defense contractors, while Colorado Springs draws heavily from military installations and the contractors that support them, and Boulder's technology and research corridor attracts hardware roles in semiconductors and commercial electronics development.
Are there remote hardware engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of hardware engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most hardware roles. The positions most likely to offer remote flexibility are those focused on design, simulation, and documentation rather than lab work, prototyping, or on-site testing.
How can I get hired as a hardware engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or associate engineer role at one of Colorado's large defense contractors, which regularly run structured new-grad programs for candidates with a relevant degree and internship experience. Companies like Lockheed Martin and Raytheon hire into rotational engineering programs from Colorado universities. Building a portfolio of lab projects, pursuing FPGA or embedded development coursework, and targeting roles titled junior hardware engineer or electrical engineering associate strengthens a candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to hardware engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to hardware engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from employers across the state. Search for roles that fit your background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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