Hardware Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts
Hardware Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense electronics, semiconductor design, robotics, and medical devices, with openings at every level from new-graduate roles through principal and staff engineer positions. Boston, Cambridge, and Lowell are the primary hiring centers, anchored by long-established employers like Raytheon Technologies, Analog Devices, and Boston Scientific. Embedded systems design, RF and microwave engineering, and FPGA development are the specialties commanding the steadiest demand across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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STR's Cyber Division is hiring a Senior Advanced RF Hardware Engineer who will leverage their RF, analog/mixed signal and system test skills to contribute to a multi-disciplinary team engaged in solving unique problems. The successful candidate will be comfortable designing, analyzing, and characterizing a variety of hardware architectures to aid with software and hardware modeling efforts. They should have a firm grasp of the fundamentals of RF system architecture to support both software and hardware reverse engineering tasks and be able to use their hardware expertise to rapidly test prototype solutions.
We are seeking candidates with design experience to participate in the development of RF Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) systems, surrogate builds, digital twins, and hardware modeling support platforms that integrate a variety of electrical subsystems, ranging from commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components to custom-designed boards. The successful candidate will contribute to the design process of a growing hardware team by participating in design reviews with comprehensive design documentation, building and executing automated test suites, and collaborating to ensure quality outputs and support for future design re-use.
What you will do:
- Develop rapid prototype RF solutions to go from free space to bits using a combination of COTS and custom designs
- Work in a laboratory environment utilizing test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VNAs etc.) to characterize and debug complex electronic systems
- Prepare and execute test events for customers and internal and external stakeholders
- Lead efforts to develop lab-based acquisition and control platforms to aid in test and characterization of hardware systems
- Serve as the hardware team representative on interdisciplinary efforts to contribute knowledge of system architecture and focused processor implementations
- Participate in proposal efforts by providing input on technical path and BOM/cost and schedule estimates
Who you are:
- This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
- BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 5 years of related experience OR a MS and 3 years
- Proven expertise of electrical circuit design principles in at least one of the following areas: RF, analog, or digital
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to mentor junior engineering staff
- Experience preparing and presenting technical material to customers and internal staff
- Experience leading hardware efforts from concept to implementation managing cost and scheduling requirements
Nice to Haves:
- Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance
- Strong RF design or implementation background with experience in system analysis and component characterization
- Experience with FPGA forward and reverse engineering processes and methodology
- Experience with RF electromagnetics theory, antenna modeling, and link budget analysis for OTA testing
- Experience integrating and working with software defined radios and RFSOC platforms
- Experience developing PCB-based designs and implementing FPGA and embedded software to support HWIL and surrogate designs
- Experience with Analog and RF circuit simulation and modeling tools (e.g., Spice, MATLAB/Simulink, Microwave Office)
- Experience in DSP or other signal processing skills
- Experience using and developing tools and test software for Linux (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu)
- Software development in support of RF systems testing with a variety of tools/packages in MATLAB, Python, or C++
- Knowledge of PCB design and fabrication principles and familiarity with industry standard CAD tools (e.g., Cadence, Altium, Eagle)
- Digital/FPGA HDL experience using dedicated design tools (e.g., Vivado, Quartus, Simulink/HDL Coder)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $134,000 - $184,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Final offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
STR's Cyber Division is hiring a Senior Advanced RF Hardware Engineer who will leverage their RF, analog/mixed signal and system test skills to contribute to a multi-disciplinary team engaged in solving unique problems. The successful candidate will be comfortable designing, analyzing, and characterizing a variety of hardware architectures to aid with software and hardware modeling efforts. They should have a firm grasp of the fundamentals of RF system architecture to support both software and hardware reverse engineering tasks and be able to use their hardware expertise to rapidly test prototype solutions.
We are seeking candidates with design experience to participate in the development of RF Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) systems, surrogate builds, digital twins, and hardware modeling support platforms that integrate a variety of electrical subsystems, ranging from commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components to custom-designed boards. The successful candidate will contribute to the design process of a growing hardware team by participating in design reviews with comprehensive design documentation, building and executing automated test suites, and collaborating to ensure quality outputs and support for future design re-use.
What you will do:
- Develop rapid prototype RF solutions to go from free space to bits using a combination of COTS and custom designs
- Work in a laboratory environment utilizing test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VNAs etc.) to characterize and debug complex electronic systems
- Prepare and execute test events for customers and internal and external stakeholders
- Lead efforts to develop lab-based acquisition and control platforms to aid in test and characterization of hardware systems
- Serve as the hardware team representative on interdisciplinary efforts to contribute knowledge of system architecture and focused processor implementations
- Participate in proposal efforts by providing input on technical path and BOM/cost and schedule estimates
Who you are:
- This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
- BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 5 years of related experience OR a MS and 3 years
- Proven expertise of electrical circuit design principles in at least one of the following areas: RF, analog, or digital
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to mentor junior engineering staff
- Experience preparing and presenting technical material to customers and internal staff
- Experience leading hardware efforts from concept to implementation managing cost and scheduling requirements
Nice to Haves:
- Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance
- Strong RF design or implementation background with experience in system analysis and component characterization
- Experience with FPGA forward and reverse engineering processes and methodology
- Experience with RF electromagnetics theory, antenna modeling, and link budget analysis for OTA testing
- Experience integrating and working with software defined radios and RFSOC platforms
- Experience developing PCB-based designs and implementing FPGA and embedded software to support HWIL and surrogate designs
- Experience with Analog and RF circuit simulation and modeling tools (e.g., Spice, MATLAB/Simulink, Microwave Office)
- Experience in DSP or other signal processing skills
- Experience using and developing tools and test software for Linux (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu)
- Software development in support of RF systems testing with a variety of tools/packages in MATLAB, Python, or C++
- Knowledge of PCB design and fabrication principles and familiarity with industry standard CAD tools (e.g., Cadence, Altium, Eagle)
- Digital/FPGA HDL experience using dedicated design tools (e.g., Vivado, Quartus, Simulink/HDL Coder)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $134,000 - $184,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Final offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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Hardware Engineer Job Market in Massachusetts
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Who's Hiring
- Draper11
- Amazon11
- General Dynamics Mission Systems9
- Teradyne8
- Tutor Intelligence4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
- Telecommunications
- Aerospace & Defense
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hardware engineer jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and hardware design tools such as Altium or Cadence
- Proficiency in embedded systems development and low-level firmware debugging on custom hardware
- Experience with signal integrity analysis, EMC testing, and design-for-manufacturability practices
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
- Active or eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance, required by many Massachusetts defense contractors
Hardware Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hardware engineer in Massachusetts?
Most hardware engineers in Massachusetts enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering from an accredited program. There is no state-issued license required specifically for hardware engineering work, though engineers who sign off on public safety systems may pursue licensure through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Strong lab skills, internship experience, and a project portfolio significantly improve hiring prospects in this competitive market.
How much do hardware engineers make in Massachusetts?
Hardware engineers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $167,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $118,490 for the lowest 10% to over $258,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hardware engineers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring hardware engineers in Massachusetts right now include Draper, Amazon, and General Dynamics Mission Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense primes, semiconductor firms, and medical device companies means hardware engineering roles appear across a particularly wide range of industries and product types compared to most other states.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most hardware engineer jobs?
Boston, North Reading, and Cambridge are the Massachusetts cities with the most hardware engineer openings. Boston and Cambridge draw the largest share through their dense clusters of technology companies, research hospitals, and university-affiliated startups, while Lowell and the Greater Route 128 corridor account for strong demand from long-established defense electronics and semiconductor manufacturers headquartered in those suburban areas.
Are there remote hardware engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Hardware engineering is largely a hands-on discipline requiring lab access, prototype testing, and physical hardware iteration, so most roles are on-site or hybrid. About 19% of hardware engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in system architecture, FPGA specification, and pre-silicon design verification work that can be done off-site.
How can I get hired as a hardware engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship during your degree, as Massachusetts employers like Analog Devices, Raytheon Technologies, and MathWorks run structured programs that frequently convert to full-time offers. New graduates should target associate hardware engineer and hardware test engineer titles, which serve as common on-ramps. Building a portfolio of documented personal or capstone hardware projects and obtaining an EIT credential through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens any early-career application.
Where can I find and apply to hardware engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to hardware engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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