IC 2026 Electronic Components Failure Analysis Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

80d • $117,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Internship conversion position for the Parts, Materials & Processes (PM&P) department within the Mission Payloads Division (MPD). This position will be full-time, 100% onsite at our office in El Segundo, CA. At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country's space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! Our staff in the Parts, Materials & Processes (PM&P) Department includes subject matter experts across a broad range of areas pertaining to electrical, electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) parts procurement, qualification, application, anomaly resolution, as well as materials and processes. Our expertise combined with a sophisticated in-house electronic component laboratory deliver innovative analysis and PM&P program management capabilities to national space systems and civil customers. We are looking for an Electronic Components Failure Analysis Engineer (Senior MTS - Microelectronics/Semiconductor Engineering) to perform lab analysis for root cause investigations and reliability studies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree from an accredited college/university program in materials science, electrical engineering, physics, or another appropriate discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
• Prior internship at The Aerospace Corporation
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• 0-1 year of industry work experience
• Excellent communication skills to concisely provide advice to customers
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, collaborative applications (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence)
• Willing to travel to customer or vendor sites (domestically/internationally) approx. 25%
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
• Transcripts required

Nice To Haves

• GPA 3.5 or higher
• Active security clearance
• Demonstrated ability to perform construction analysis of non-MIL PRF parts and develop appropriate methods for use in space applications
• Prior experience with electronics testing
• Experience collaborating with contractors, industry working groups, and/or associations such as NASA Electronics Parts Assurance Group, Defense Logistics Agency, Joint Electron Device Engineering Council, Automotive Electronics Council, during the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of active electronic parts for space-related applications
• Project management skills in applications such as MS Project, JIRA, etc.

Responsibilities

• Utilize common root cause analysis methods and equipment during hands-on failure analysis of electronic components
• Perform independent verification and validation of contractor's methods for root cause analysis and corrective action
• Perform analytical studies for part reliability risk as well as future technology planning and development
• Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation/modification of a variety of techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Devise new approaches to problems encountered
• Perform laboratory assignments: analytical studies, conduct tests, develop details of specifications, prepare details of analytical report findings, assist in planning and development of studies and design projects

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree