Components Engineer I
About The Position
The EEE Parts Component Engineer I is required to be hands-on and provide technical support in the parts selection process, parts management process, parts creation, and quality control. The person in this position will support the development of high-technology space programs. Tasks will include development of component requirements, parts selection, and addressing obsolescence while working closely with design engineers, supply chain, quality, and reliability engineers. The person in this position needs to coordinate with Engineering (Project, Design, Manufacturing, etc) to ensure quality and adherence to design requirements. The person in this position will drive part standardization by recommending re-use of parts in the database (when appropriate to do so), will work with component manufacturers and distributors to attain their product roadmaps. He/She will be responsible for ECAD library maintenance and new parts introduction in the ECAD library. He/She will also review Product Change Notices (PCNs) and GIDEP (Government-Industry Data Exchange Program) alerts for their impact on components used, will advise concerned teams upon such alerts, and will be responsible for Data Management and Part Number Management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field.
- A minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
- Understanding of EEE parts qualification and screening requirements.
- Some knowledge of JEDEC, EIA, and IPC standards as well as applicable military, NASA (EEE-INST-002), and ESA standards.
- Some knowledge of Quality Assurance and practices for Electronic Component Management Plan (ECMP).
- Knowledge of space design requirements, processes, and applications.
- Experience with, but not limited to, passive and active electronic components, processors, memories, connectors, wires and cables, metal finishes, tin whisker mitigation, lead-free control, etc.
- Some understanding of analysis techniques like thermal, structural, high-speed digital, impedance control, etc.
- Understanding configuration management, requirements, traceability, and related processes.
- Able to work independently with minimum supervision, positive attitude and highest ethics.
- Able to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team.
- Capable of multi-tasking; working on multiple projects & supporting production activities.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Great problem-solving skills.
- Must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).
- Must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools.
- Experience with grading tools.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support in the parts selection process, parts management process, parts creation, and quality control.
- Support the development of high-technology space programs.
- Develop component requirements and select parts.
- Address obsolescence issues.
- Coordinate with Engineering (Project, Design, Manufacturing, etc) to ensure quality and adherence to design requirements.
- Drive part standardization by recommending re-use of parts in the database.
- Work with component manufacturers and distributors to attain their product roadmaps.
- Responsible for ECAD library maintenance and new parts introduction in the ECAD library.
- Review Product Change Notices (PCNs) and GIDEP alerts for their impact on components used.
- Advise concerned teams upon such alerts.
- Responsible for Data Management and Part Number Management.
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
- Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
- Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
- The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
