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:

• This is an on-site position 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.