Senior Electronic Component Engineer (Level 3)

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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, youll 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 Youll 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 3+ years of professional experience with a minimum education level of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or other STEM/Engineering related fields.

Experience with Qualification on High Reliability aerospace-grade EEEE components such as microcircuits, transistors, diodes, and capacitors etc
Experience with interpreting and applying technical specifications, program plans, and engineering documentation
Experience with creating and interpreting controlling documents such as Source Control Drawings (SCDs), Alternate Item Drawings (AIDs), Statements of Work (SOWs), etc
Willingness/ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance; US Citizenship required Experience with with review Nonconformances and failures on EEEE piece parts
Experience participating in major program reviews such as PDR and CDR
Knowledge of military specifications and standards for components such as ceramic capacitors and solid tantalum capacitors
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
Strong technical writing, documentation, and verbal communication skills
Active or Current Secret clearance