Electronic Component Engineer; Level IV

Staff Electronic Component Engineer (Level IV)

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We are seeking a motivated Component Engineer to join our team of forward-thinking experts dedicated to advancing the performance and reliability of Electrical, Electronic, Electromechanical, and Electro-optical (EEEE) components. In this role, you'll support mission-critical hardware from concept through flight by applying sound engineering judgment, fostering vendor collaboration, and driving high-quality solutions. Your work will directly impact the success of our missions and the future of space exploration.

What You'll Do As a Component Engineer, you will:

• Lead or support the selection, qualification, and testing of EEEE components for high-reliability aerospace applications
• Drive supplier evaluation, performance reviews, and analysis of component test reports
• Develop and review Source Control Drawings (SCDs) and support engineering teams in component-level design decisions
• Review and approve engineering drawings, technical requirements, and specifications
• Generate and assess Non-Standard Part Approval Requests (NSPARs) and present them at Parts, Materials, and Process Control Board (PMPCB) meetings
• Participate in or lead component failure analysis, issue resolution, and corrective action investigations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and manufacturing throughout the component lifecycle

Successful applicants will typically possess 5+ years of professional experience with a minimum education level of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or other STEM/Engineering related fields.

Desired skills:

• Knowledge of military specifications and standards for components such as ceramic capacitors and solid tantalum capacitors
• Experience with using SAP, EPDM, Creo
• Background in failure analysis methodologies and root cause investigations
• Experience in supplier collaboration and component sourcing strategies
• Familiarity with industry tools for parts analysis and reliability modeling
• Experience participating in major program reviews such as PDR and CDR
• Experience with MDA/Military as a Customer
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and verbal communication skills
• Active or Current Secret clearance

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.