What are the responsibilities and job description for the Component Engineer - Contract position at ORBCOMM?
Join Us as a Component Engineer (Contract)!
Are you ready to make a significant impact in an innovative environment? At ORBCOMM, we’re on the hunt for a passionate Component Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, agile setting. We want you to transform your ideas into action and drive our mission forward!
Why You’ll Love Working Here
The Component Engineer is responsible for the selection, qualification and lifecycle management of electronic/electromechanical components used in Orbcomm products. This role ensures components meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and supply continuity while partnering with design engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, and suppliers to reduce risk and improve time-to-market and ensure there are no gaps in production.
This role is based out of our Hyderabad, India office. We operate in a hybrid work environment, requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week onsite, with the option to work remotely for up to two (2) days per week.
What You’ll Do
Lifecycle, Obsolescence & Risk
- Monitor component lifecycle status (active, NRND, EOL) and maintain obsolescence dashboards.
- Drive redesign plans, last-time-buys, and cross-qualification as needed.
- Perform supply risk and geopolitical risk screening (single-source exposure, lead time volatility, allocation risk).
Component Selection & Technical Ownership
- Own the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and Approved Parts List (APL) strategy for assigned component families (e.g., e.g., passives, semiconductors, connectors, etc.).
- Locate and recommend components that meet electrical(Baseband and RF), mechanical, environmental, reliability, and safety requirements for at risk components.
- Create and maintain component specifications, parametric requirements, and preferred part standards.
Qualification & Reliability
- Plan and execute component qualification activities (e.g., thermal cycling, HALT/HASS support, vibration, humidity, solderability, ESD/latency risk, accelerated aging as relevant).
- Review supplier reliability data (FIT, MTBF, failure rate models) and define derating and application guidelines.
Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure compliance with environmental and material regulations such as RoHS/REACH, conflict minerals reporting (if applicable), and customer requirements.
- Maintain traceable documentation: qualification reports, change impact assessment costs, datasheet archives.
Cross-Functional Support
- Partner with Manufacturing/Test/Quality to resolve yield issues and incoming inspection anomalies.
- Support cost-down initiatives (value engineering) without compromising reliability.
- Provide technical input to BOM health reviews and NPI readiness gates and wherever possible provide second source alternatives for supply chain flexibility and continuity of supply.
Who You Are
You’re a strategic thinker with a knack for operational excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace.
If you have:
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 3 years in component engineering, hardware engineering, electronics manufacturing, supplier quality, or reliability engineering (adjust by level below).
- Working knowledge of component types, datasheets, and application constraints (ratings, tolerances, thermal/EMI considerations, derating).
- Experience with PCN/PDN/EOL workflows and mitigation planning.
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools (such as Agile PLM) and component analytics tools (such as Silicon Expert)
- Strong technical judgment and ability to interpret datasheets and reliability data.
- Supplier management and negotiation support (technical, not commercial).
- Structured problem solving and clear written as well as spoken communication.
- Prioritization in fast-moving NPI environments; comfort with ambiguity.
- Highly organized, supporting a fast-paced environment.
- Leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to support daily tasks and productivity.
- Commitment to continuous learning in digital and AI literacy.
Then we want to meet you!
The Benefits of Working Here
A career with ORBCOMM offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills and expand your expertise in a collaborative, innovative environment. Beyond being part of an exceptional team, we provide a competitive, locally relevant benefits package designed to support our employees around the world. Benefits vary by location and include health and wellness coverage, paid time off, retirement or savings programs, flexible work arrangements, insurance coverage, lifestyle perks, and access to employee discounts—helping you thrive both professionally and personally.
Join Our Hiring Event – May 9
As part of our recruitment process, ORBCOMM is hosting a hiring event at our new Hyderabad office on Saturday, May 9th for selected roles. This event provides candidates with the opportunity to connect directly with our team, learn more about our work and culture, and move through the hiring process more efficiently.
If your background aligns with this role, we encourage you to apply. Selected candidates will receive additional details ahead of the event.
How We Hire
ORBCOMM uses technology-enabled tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by people, as part of our human-led, tech-enabled culture.
About Us
At ORBCOMM, we’re pioneers in IoT technology that drives innovation and empowers our clients to make data-driven decisions. Our industry-leading solutions enable customers to boost productivity, streamline operations, and increase their bottom line. With over 30 years of experience and the most comprehensive solution portfolio in the industry, we enable the management of millions of assets worldwide across diverse sectors, including transportation, heavy industries, satellite, and maritime. Discover how ORBCOMM is transforming industries and unlocking the potential of data to drive meaningful change at www.orbcomm.com!
Ready to Join Us?
We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Your skills and passion can help us achieve remarkable things! If you’re seeking a thrilling career opportunity in a vibrant, growth-oriented environment, ORBCOMM is the perfect fit for you.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
At ORBCOMM, we are also dedicated to ensuring accessibility and are pleased to offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process.