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Protingent

PCB Layout Designer (Onsite-Aerospace)

Protingent, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725

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Position Title PCB Layout Designer

Position Description Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract position for a highly skilled PCB Layout Designer to support our client’s aerospace engineering team in Santa Ana, CA.

Job Description The position is on‑site requiring deep expertise in Mentor Graphics Xpedition and a strong background in aerospace‑grade PCB design. The ideal candidate will bring precision and compliance awareness to support mission‑critical projects.

Job Responsibilities

Design and develop complex PCB layouts using Mentor Graphics Xpedition tools and Expedition flow.

Collaborate with electrical engineers to translate schematics into optimised PCB designs.

Ensure compliance with ITAR regulations and aerospace industry standards.

Perform design reviews, resolve layout challenges, and maintain documentation.

Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are production‑ready.

Support continuous improvement in design processes and workflows.

Job Qualifications

5–6 years of professional PCB layout experience, with a strong focus on aerospace applications.

Proven expertise in Mentor Graphics Xpedition and Expedition flow.

Strong understanding of high‑speed design, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC considerations.

Fluent in English, with excellent communication and documentation skills.

Experience collaborating in cross‑functional engineering teams.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with aerospace standards and certifications.

Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.

Job Details

Job Type: Contract

Pay Rate Range: TBD

Location: Santa Ana, CA.

ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent Protingent is an award‑winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from software and aerospace to AI, clean tech, medical devices, and connected technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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