ADV000CQ9 Electronic Component Engineer (A)

Aerodyne Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

Onsite cafeteria

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries is seeking an experienced Electronic Component Engineer in Houston, Texas, to lead a team supporting critical NASA projects. This role involves evaluating electrical parts, recommending replacements, and ensuring compliance with specifications for high-reliability components.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and has over 10 years of experience in component selection and reliability. Joining our team means contributing to the exploration of space and benefiting life on Earth through innovative engineering.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related engineering experience.
• Understanding of component selection and qualification for space flight applications.
• Experience with NASA projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team supporting several NASA projects.
• Evaluate EEE parts lists for project criticality.
• Assist in EEE parts failure investigations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Component Selection

Reliability Testing

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida's Space Coast. With locations throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small‑business agility with large‑corporation capabilities. Our clients rely on us to prepare NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and to support national defense for the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense. Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future.

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We require creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to envision, shape, and deliver systems that enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do and need you on our team as we take on challenges for NASA's deep‑space exploration missions.

Electronic Component Engineer – EEE Parts for NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Team Lead with associated Electronics Component Engineers supporting several NASA projects and programs.
• Report directly to the Electronics and Electrical Section Manager as part of a group of 50 other Electronics and Electrical Engineers.
• Provide Electrical, Electronic, and Electromagnetic (EEE) parts support to NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs.
• Evaluate proposed EEE Parts lists with respect to project‑specific hardware criticality and environments.
• Report on manufacturers, materials, construction, usage (environment & electrical de‑rating), and overall reliability of the selected parts to the EEE parts control board (PCB).
• Recommend replacement EEE parts.
• Assist in EEE parts failure investigations.
• Review Military and industrial EEE parts specifications, standards and studies for application to NASA programs.
• Assist in the development of EEE part qualification plans, project‑specific screening requirements, and Non‑Standard Part Approval Requests (NSPAR).
• Work in a laboratory environment as required, following standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Resume Submission

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.

Qualifications

Requisition Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school and 10 years of related engineering experience.
• Prior experience leading a technical team.
• Interfaces with NASA customer on a regular basis and coordinates team assignments and individual tasking.
• Supports design reviews and product development teams.
• Understanding of component selection, screening, qualification, and derating for use in space flight applications.
• Supports project teams in EEE related activities including review and generation of project‑related documents such as procurement specifications and source control drawings (SCDs).
• Assists in preparation, analysis and distribution of NASA Advisories and Government Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) Alerts.
• Assists in part selection and obsolescence review.
• Assists in electrical part failure investigation.
• Assists design program in writing the NSPAR (Non‑Standard Parts Approval Request) with the PCB info.
• Assists RITF or other groups with DPA (Destructive Physical Analysis) for any PCB as a condition for part approval.
• Supports project in finding passive and active components. Passive components such as resistors, capacitors, transformers, etc., and active components such as ICs, transistors, diodes.
• Development of part specifications and test procedures for space‑level parts.
• Provides technical assistance to contracted test labs and part manufacturers.
• Provides customer/project team applications assistance.
• Reviews electrical test data to verify part/lot acceptability.

Requisition Preferences

• Knowledge of component failure modes, component reliability and NASA component specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of NASA space flight hardware processes.
• Understanding of passive components, microcircuit, hybrid, semiconductor and discrete device fabrication.
• Prior experience with accelerated reliability testing, reliability theory and component failure analysis.
• Knowledge of the EEE parts used in high reliability military/DoD or space hardware and the associated US military test specifications and standards.
• Experience with the development of EEE parts management plans, destructive physical analysis (DPA), and parts failure analysis desired.
• Strong background in Electronic Engineering including knowledge of EEE parts, technologies and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with product development, pre‑production activity, and product life cycle.
• Sourcing background in electronics industry and supply chain experience with electrical technologies and part manufacturers.
• Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Why Join Our Team?

• Excellent personal and professional career growth.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• Much, much more.

Additional Information

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

US EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Salary Range Statement

Final compensation is determined through a comprehensive evaluation of several key factors, including the candidate's educational background, specialized technical expertise, and relevant professional experience. We also consider internal equity, prevailing market data, and specific contractual or funding requirements to ensure competitive and equitable offer alignment.

PI285385547