Aerospace Component Engineer — Reliability & Lifecycle Leader

Quantum-Systems,-Inc; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Systems Inc. is seeking a Component Engineer to lead selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of components used in our UAS and defense platforms.

This role collaborates with hardware, design, supply chain, and manufacturing to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a strong background in component engineering for aerospace/defense, with knowledge of MIL standards and RoHS/REACH environmental requirements.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or related field with EE preferred.
• Experience in component screening, testing, and qualification for space/defense.
• Familiar with EEE component standards (MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-PRF-49464, MIL-STD-883).
• Proficient with circuit design tools a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Component lifecycle management including onboarding, library management, and obsolescence review.
• Evaluate designs for reliability, standards compliance, and mission usage.
• Support component failure analyses and risk assessments.
• Interface with suppliers, supply chain, design engineers, and manufacturing teams.
• Support customer meetings and program milestones (CDR, PDR, MRR).
• Identify innovative technologies and support new product development.

Skills

Component engineering

Supplier interface

Communication

Circuit design tools

Education

Engineering degree (EE preferred)

Tools

MIL-PRF-38534

MIL-PRF-49464

MIL-STD-883

Job description

Quantum Systems Inc. is seeking a Component Engineer to lead selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of components used in our UAS and defense platforms.

This role collaborates with hardware, design, supply chain, and manufacturing to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a strong background in component engineering for aerospace/defense, with knowledge of MIL standards and RoHS/REACH environmental requirements.