Component Engineer

Technology Service Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401k plan

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Health plan

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Component Engineer to support the selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of electronic components for radar and electronic warfare systems. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to maintain component records and documentation.

The role emphasizes cross-functional teamwork, research into component availability and obsolescence, and adherence to PM&P requirements while advancing

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 2–4 years in industry supporting concept and layout design phases.

Responsibilities

• Support management, selection, qualification, and lifecycle of electronic components for radar, seekers, and EW systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, configuration management, quality, and suppliers.
• Maintain database and tools for component management and documentation.

Skills

Electrical engineering

RF basics

Component research

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

BS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

OrCAD

Cadence

SPICE

Silicon Expert

Job description

TSC’s Production Solution (PS) is currently seeking a Component Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL. This role supports TSC Huntsville’s development & production programs focused on radar systems, seekers, and electronic warfare systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!

Responsibilities

• We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to support the management, selection, qualification, and lifecycle of electronic components used in radar, seeker, and other advanced technology products.
• TSC’s PS team is responsible for the rapid development, demonstration, and initial product rollout of new technologies across the company.
• The Component Engineer will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, configuration management, quality, and suppliers to support component selection and lifecycle management within a systems engineering and configuration management environment.
• Support the maintenance of TSC’s standard parts database and component management tools used to identify, evaluate, and select qualified components.
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of component specifications, source control documents, and other component-related documentation.
• Research electronic and electromechanical components and provide technical information to support engineering component selection.
• Assist design engineering and manufacturing with component selection, handling, processing, and replacement activities.
• Support component qualification and screening activities in accordance with applicable customer, contract, and Parts, Materials and Processes (PM&P) requirements.
• Research component availability, lifecycle status, obsolescence, and alternate sources to support program needs.
• Monitor Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) alerts and assist with evaluating their impact on development and production programs.
• Support component failure investigations and root cause analysis under the direction of senior engineering personnel.
• Maintain accurate component records, specifications, lifecycle information, and supporting documentation within applicable PLM, ERP, and component management systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, quality, and configuration management teams to resolve component-related issues.
• Develop familiarity with industry standards, electronic component technologies, and screening and qualification processes.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree from an accredited program in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related engineering or technical field.
• 2-4 years of experience in industry supporting concept and layout design phases with expertise in parts and materials.
• Basic understanding of electronic components and their applications, including RF, microwave, digital, and analog technologies.
• Familiarity with electronic components, materials, manufacturing processes, and component qualification or screening concepts.
• Ability to research and interpret component specifications, datasheets, drawings, and industry standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with ECAD/design tools such as OrCAD, Cadence, or SPICE.
• Familiarity with component management and research tools such as Silicon Expert or similar platforms.
• Experience working with BOMs and engineering change processes.
• Familiarity with PLM or ERP systems such as Teamcenter, Omnify, or Costpoint.
• Basic understanding of electronic component lifecycle management, obsolescence, and the electronics component market.
• Familiarity with IPC, JEDEC, MIL-STD, or other applicable electronic component standards.
• Experience working with configuration-controlled engineering documentation.
• Exposure to failure analysis, root cause analysis, or reliability engineering concepts.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.

TSC Benefits

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, TSC is an employee-owned company that has been providing high-quality technical services and solutions for our customers’ for over 50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems.

TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!