Electrical Component & Obsolescence Engineer (Entry Level)

Piper Companies; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package (Medical, Dental

401K, PTO, Holidays

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks an Early Career Electrical Component Engineer to support a major aerospace and defense client. You will join a Component Engineering team focusing on obsolescence management and DMSMS, advancing a broad portfolio of systems.

This fully onsite role in Berkeley, MO, requires a secret level clearance. You will work with experienced engineers to forecast obsolescence, evaluate components, and report risks to government customers and IPTs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of resistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors, transformers, connectors, ICs.
• Ability to research and evaluate alternate components using datasheets, supplier documentation, and online resources.
• Understanding of part obsolescence concepts and evaluation of alternate components.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical engineering knowledge to evaluate components and identify replacements for obsolete parts.
• Perform obsolescence forecasting and monitoring using surveillance tools and supplier surveys.
• Monitor GIDEP alerts and report obsolescence status to internal teams and customers.
• Develop obsolescence mitigation options and perform business case analyses.
• Prepare and present materials on DMSMS issues and proposed resolutions to stakeholders.
• Support obsolescence working group meetings with internal teams and external partners.
• Assist in preparing customer deliverable plans, documentation, and reports.
• Support management of obsolescence mitigation activities within IPTs.
• Collaborate with engineering subject matter experts across the organization.
• Recommend new or alternate components for new development and legacy systems.
• Assist with the DoD Parts Management Program implementation and program tracking.

Skills

Electrical components knowledge

Obsolescence management

DMSMS

Data sheet evaluation

Research skills

Team collaboration

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Early Career Electrical Component Engineer to support a major aerospace and defense client. This role supports a Component Engineering team responsible for sustaining and advancing a broad portfolio of aerospace, defense, and national security systems. The ideal candidate is an early‑career engineer with foundational knowledge of electrical and electronic components who is interested in developing long‑term expertise in obsolescence management and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) while working alongside experienced engineers and subject matter experts. This role is fully onsite in Berkeley, MO, and requires a secret level clearance.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Apply electrical engineering knowledge to evaluate electrical and electronic components and identify alternate replacements for obsolete or at‑risk parts
• Perform proactive obsolescence forecasting and monitoring using component surveillance tools, predictive obsolescence systems, and OEM/supplier surveys
• Monitor GIDEP alerts and provide obsolescence status reporting to internal engineering teams and government customers
• Develop obsolescence mitigation options and perform business case analyses supporting recommended resolution paths
• Prepare and present technical material communicating DMSMS issues, risks, and proposed resolutions to customers and program stakeholders
• Support recurring DMSMS and obsolescence working group meetings with internal teams and external government and industry partners
• Assist in preparing customer contractual deliverable plans, documentation, and reports
• Support management of obsolescence mitigation activities within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Collaborate with enterprise‑wide engineering and technology subject matter experts
• Apply understanding of system‑level design requirements to recommend new or alternate electrical components for both new development and legacy systems
• Assist with implementation of the DoD Parts Management Program (PMP)
• Support programs in identifying, tracking, and mitigating obsolescence and supply chain risks

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of basic electrical and electronic components, including:
  • Resistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors
  • Transformers, connectors, integrated circuits
• Ability to research and evaluate alternate components using datasheets, supplier documentation, and online technical resources
• Understanding of part obsolescence concepts and evaluation of alternate components
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a structured engineering team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or military programs
• Familiarity with industry and military standards (e.g., SAE, MIL‑SPECs, ASTM, IEEE)
• Experience with component‑level design, part selection, or alternate part substitution within established systems or circuits
• Hands‑on experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, or manufacturing environments
• Exposure to incorporating Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), LEAN, and Quality principles into engineering, testing, or qualification activities

Compensation and Benefits Information:

• Salary Range: $90,000-$105,000**depending on experience**
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays