Company Description

Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.

Job Description

SEAKR is looking for a motivated, energetic Component Engineer (EEE Parts Engineer) to support the selection, application and test of components for state-of-the-art spacecraft electronics. This role is a supporting engineering role in the Product Assurance Department, reporting to the Parts, Materials, and Processes (PMP) Manager. The focus is on Quality and Reliability in part selection and testing for electronic aerospace assemblies. This position is available for on-site, hybrid, or remote applicants. Job responsibilities include:

Selecting electrical, electronic and electromechanical (EEE) components based on space program requirements and maintaining Bills of Material (BOM)
Generating Non-Standard Part Approval Requests (NSPAR) and supporting approval process with customers
Developing component qualification and up-screening requirements (including COTS components for use in space applications)
Generating component qualification and screening reports
Generating specifications for new custom components
Performing pre-cap source inspections at supplier facilities
Reviewing & dispositioning component test data & destructive physical analysis results
Supporting component level failure analyses and supplier corrective action activities
Communicating clearly & effectively with management, suppliers & internal/external customers
Maintaining an in-depth understanding of manufacturer’s technologies and process capabilities for various part types
Supporting project design reviews internally and with customers
Creating and maintaining part numbers, datasheets, and processing change requests in an ERP system
Ability and willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time
Ability and willingness to act as the company GIDEP representative and assess and document published alerts for impact / disposition to piece parts and built and delivered hardware.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

A Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar major) is required
Ideal candidates will have approximately 5+ years of EEE Parts Engineering experience in the Aerospace industry or a similar, highly regulated field (Military Defense, Medical, etc.).
General knowledge of Military Performance Specifications and/or component level requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-750, MIL-PRF-123, MIL-PRF-19500, MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-PRF-38535, MIL-PRF-55342, MIL-PRF-55365, EEE-INST-002, PEM-INST-001, etc.)
Successful candidates will be able to communicate effectively and work pro-actively with remote team members, over IM, Email, Phone, and other virtual means of communication.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail
The ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage one or more program assignments simultaneously
Prior experience conducting EEE pre-cap or final source inspections, or familiarity with part construction analyses techniques and assessments
Ability to apply engineering judgement to evaluate non-conforming EEE Parts for their suitability, reliability, and application against Mission risk-profiles.

Desired Skills

Familiarity with ECSS, NASA, or other industry standards outside of Military specifications
Experience with electronics manufacturing
Experience in a fast-paced, iterative design environment
Experience with EEE parts testing (e.g., screening, qualification, DPA, re-life, etc.), failure analysis, and/or non-conformance resolution (such as 5Whys, 8D, Cause Mapping, or equivalent RCCA investigation methods) for both passive and/or active devices is highly preferred
Experience generating and/or operating to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs) or work instructions
Experience with ERP Systems or other equivalent database management platforms (e.g., SAP, EPDM, Oracle, IFS, etc.)
Previous leadership, mentoring, supervisory, or management experience is a plus
Previous experience with Connectors and/or Cabling assemblies for space and vacuum applications

Additional Information

Compensation: Base pay range is $120,000-165,000, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.

This position is eligible to be based remotely.

SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

US Citizenship Required