Component Engineer Sr

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Component Engineer for the Hardware Engineering team. You will act as the technical authority for electrical/electronic components, driving qualification, documentation, and supplier oversight to ensure flight‑qualified hardware for missiles, sensors, and subsystems.

Responsibilities include evaluating components, managing obsolescence risks, creating source drawings, and guiding suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related STEM field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Component Engineering or related areas.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical component parameters and packaging.
• Proficient with obsolescence tools (Silicon Expert, IHS BOM Intelligence).
• Proficient with PLM tools such as Windchill.

Responsibilities

• Select, evaluate, qualify, test, and perform failure analysis on electrical, electronic, electromechanical, and electro‑optical components.
• Monitor obsolescence risk and identify alternate part options.
• Support component data submission and symbol generation for new parts.
• Prepare and maintain Component Source Control Drawings (SCDs).
• Evaluate vendors, review test reports, and recommend qualified sources.
• Generate and approve NSPARs during PMPCB meetings.
• Review engineering drawings and SCDs for subcontractor‑supplied components.
• Lead or support PMP issue‑resolution activities and corrective actions.
• Assist and lead failure analysis in the EEEE domain.
• Maintain configuration control and traceability of component data.
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers and internal teams.
• Review procured development items to verify parts meet specifications and life.
• Coordinate with circuit card designers on part footprint and derating.
• Track long‑lead/high‑risk components and report status.
• Provide monthly components status reporting.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Component engineering

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Education

B.Sc in Electrical Engineering

M.S. degree preferred

Tools

Silicon Expert

IHS BOM Intelligence

Windchill PLM

Siemens Xpedition EDM Library Cockpit

PTC Windchill

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Component Engineer for the Hardware Engineering team at Lockheed Martin Missilesand Fire Control (MFC). Our team delivers precision engagement aerospace and defense systems, designing, building and fielding the electrical hardware that powers missiles, sensors and other mission critical subsystems for the UnitedStates and allied militaries.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Component Engineer you will act as the technical authority for EEEE parts, driving their qualification, documentation, and supplier oversight while partnering with cross‑functional groups to guarantee reliable, flight‑qualified hardware.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Selecting, evaluating, qualifying, testing, and performing failure analysis on electrical, electronic, electromechanical, and electro‑optical components.
• Monitor reused component designs for obsolescence risk (DMSMS) and identify alternate part options.
• Support component data submission and symbol generation for new parts.
• Preparing and maintaining Component Source Control Drawings (SCDs).
• Evaluating vendors, reviewing component test reports, and recommending qualified sources.
• Generating, reviewing, and approving Non‑Standard Part Approval Requests (NSPARs) during Parts, Materials, and Process Control Board (PMPCB) meetings.
• Reviewing and approving engineering drawings and SCDs for subcontractor‑supplied components.
• Leading or supporting PMP issue‑resolution activities and driving corrective actions to closure.
• Assisting and leading failure‑analysis efforts within the EEEE domain.
• Maintaining configuration control and traceability of all component data throughout the product lifecycle.
• Providing technical guidance to suppliers and internal teams to ensure seamless integration of approved components
• Review procured development items to verify parts meet program specifications and required life.
• Document parts requiring special processes and support release per standard engineering processes.
• Coordinate with circuit card designers on part footprint, package, and derating requirements during design.
• Track and report on long‑lead and high‑risk components across the circuit card family.
• Provide monthly components status reporting, including lead‑time and last‑time‑buy risk identification.

Why Join Us

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Grand Prairie, Tx. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Component Engineering or component‑related experience such as circuit card manufacturing, SMT process, thermal profiling of critical components, troubleshooting, cable assembly, and understanding of component commodity and package types including moisture‑sensitive parts
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical component parameters and packaging
• Proficient with component engineering obsolescence tools (Silicon Expert, IHS BOM Intelligence)
• Proficient with product lifecycle tools such as Windchill PLM
• Knowledge of high‑reliability military component standards and specifications (e.g., MIL‑STD‑883, MIL‑STD‑38534, MIL‑PRF‑55342, MIL‑PRF‑55681)
• Experience with software tools like Siemens Xpedition EDM Library Cockpit and PTC Windchill
• Proficient with MS Office applications, especially Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to travel to customer and supplier locations
• Must be a US Citizen; must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance

Desired Skills

• Experience in electrical component manufacturing process and physical property analysis
• Experience in Component Engineering with knowledge of electronic components and devices
• Electrical or Electronic Engineering experience (such as components or digital/analog design)
• Material Science Engineer degree with electrical component experience, or an Electrical Engineer degree with component engineering experience
• Experience with missile platforms
• Knowledge of Parts Management Plan
• MS‑level technical degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering would be a plus
• Experience with CSAM (C‑Mode Scanning Acoustic Microscopy) evaluation
• Experience troubleshooting electrical test failures
• Experience in Root Cause / Corrective Action
• Experience in Plastic Encapsulated Device qualification testing
• Experience with DPA (Destructive Physical Analysis) techniques
• Knowledge of Military & Automotive Electronics Quality Standards
• Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability.

• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non‑represented full‑time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.