Aerospace Component Engineer: Reliability & Lifecycle

Socket.dev; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Systems Inc. is seeking a Component Engineer to focus on selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of components used in our eVTOL UAS and related systems.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure components meet reliability, availability, and compliance requirements for aerospace and defense programs. The role requires a strong technical background in component engineering, experience with screening, qualification, and environmental standards, and excellent

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in a related field, EE preferred; post graduate work is a plus.
• Experience in component screening, testing, and qualifications for space/defense.
• Familiar with MIL-PRF standards and RoHS/REACH environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lifecycle management including onboarding, library maintenance, and obsolescence review.
• Evaluate designs for reliability, standards compliance, and mission usage.
• Support failure analyses and risk assessments with cross-functional teams.
• Interface with suppliers, supply chain, design, and manufacturing teams.
• Assist with customer meetings and program milestones (CDR, PDR, MRR).
• Identify innovative technologies and support new product development.
• Assist with proposals and design improvements to win new business.

Skills

Engineering degree

Component engineering

Communication skills

Circuit design tools

Supplier interface

Education

Engineering Degree in a related field, EE preferred

Tools

Circuit design tools

Job description

Quantum Systems Inc. is seeking a Component Engineer to focus on selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of components used in our eVTOL UAS and related systems.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure components meet reliability, availability, and compliance requirements for aerospace and defense programs. The role requires a strong technical background in component engineering, experience with screening, qualification, and environmental standards, and excellent