Principal Component Engineer

Job Summary:

Mercury Systems has a great opportunity for an electrical engineer who specializes in Component Engineering to make an impact, and the ability help mature our component process and framework right away. We are seeking a well experienced Components Engineer, Parts Engineer or Reliability Engineer to support our warfare products and related technologies. If selected, you will be part of the Component Engineering Team supporting a range of programs spanning terrestrial and space solutions. Our products include aerospace systems that protect warfighters, noncombatants, and critical infrastructure. The work we do is making a difference in the world – today. This is a very hands-on, collaborative company and we value your input. 

This position is hybrid, and can be worked out of one of the following Mercury Systems Locations:

• Huntsville, AL; Chantilly, VA; Cypress, CA; or Andover, MA
• Enjoy every other Friday off!

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a lead EEEE parts or materials and processes engineer on multiple space and terrestrial application programs.
• Lead component reviews, analysis, and assessment against program compliance requirements for space and military programs.
• Collaborate closely with the customer, other government agencies, and cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues, review, improve, and document PMP activities, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

• Understand program requirements and Statements of Work (SOWs) to determine program component environmental / characteristic application requirements
• Provide technology insertion and parts selection/standardization guidance while adhering to business, component parametric, application environmental and circuit application constraints
• Generate and revise component drawings and associated verification data packages
• Review of electronic component and assembly reliability and construction data, and preparation of such data as to facilitate Part and Material Review Board (MRB) review and adjudication
• Perform alternate part investigations and generate comparison matrices showing the differences and similarities of the parts
• Interface with multiple internal stakeholders and external suppliers/manufacturers to develop component risk and verification delineation
• Facilitate component selection and libraries application through the coordination and generation of the program Bill of Material (BOM) in a collaboration toolset
• Present component standardization, design library, obsolescence management and termination finish risk results in support of design reviews for a program

• Developing EEE parts specifications detailing component screening and qualification test plans and executing part qualifications with test houses
• Create and submit NSPARs for customer review and approval supporting component screening and qualification plans. Presenting non-standard parts and materials to customers, defending the use of non-standard parts and materials. Skillfully present detailed technical information to internal and external customers with confidence.
• Participate in root cause corrective actions (RCCAs) and corrective action report (CAR/SCAR) activities as needed.
• Support periodic audits of suppliers’ facilities and processes.
• Mentor more junior engineers and actively contribute to knowledge-sharing culture.
• Develop and maintain appropriate reports, databases and PMP meeting agendas and minutes.

Required Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
• Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in related industry (i.e. defense, electronics) or 5 years plus a master’s degree in related disciplines.
• Prior experience as a lead component engineer (or similar engineer) on defense/aerospace/space programs.
• Knowledge of common military and industry specifications and standards (MIL, ASTM, AEC, ESA, NASA, etc.)
• Knowledge of electronic fabrication techniques and processes such as SMT, chip and wire, hybrids, etc.
• Experience with the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies.
• Experience with the NSMAR NSPAR process or/and forms.
• Familiar with environmental testing per MIL-STD-883 (this is required); MIL-PRF-38534, 38535, passive components, etc.
• Clear communication – both oral and written – and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work remotely as part of larger team.
• An active US DoD Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain one. US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active US Security Clearance – Secret
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or other related science or engineering discipline
• Understanding of failure modes in passives and packaged active devices.
• Prior experience in Design Engineering role, especially on space-based programs.
• Experience collaborating with and managing suppliers, and requesting PPAPs, qualification reports, additional documentation.
• Experience designing complex embedded digital hardware products from concept to completion
• Experience designing complex circuits with microprocessors, FPGAs, or network switches
• Prior experience in Quality or Supplier Quality organizations; familiarity with SAE AS9100 and AS9102. Knowledge of QMS requirements.
• Proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), MES (Manufacturing Execution System), Quality Management System 

Req ID #26-475

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