Space Propulsion EEE Component Engineer – BOM & Obsolescence

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid time off (PTO)

Health benefits

Job summary

ExoTerra seeks an EEE Component Engineer to lead component evaluation, BOM integrity, and procurement coordination across cross-functional teams. The role focuses on improving procurement processes, maintaining BOM accuracy, and ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with MIL‑STD/ESA standards, obsolescence management, and the ability to present technical changes to customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering is required.
• 6+ years of experience in component evaluation and selection, preferably in aerospace/defense/high-precision industries.
• Experience with aerospace or defense standards (MIL‑STD, ASTM, ESA) and other relevant standards.
• Proficiency in managing multiple product BOMs and ensuring contract/quality compliance.
• Ability to present component changes to customers with clear technical reasoning.
• Experience with obsolescence management tools and finding alternate parts.

Responsibilities

• Regularly evaluate BOMs for obsolescence, single-source parts, and high-risk concerns.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Inventory, and Quality to ensure compliant procurement.
• Assist design and purchasing in recommending and approving alternate parts.
• Develop best practices for component procurement and selection.
• Make Life Time Buy decisions when parts go obsolete.
• Enable timely product delivery through cross-functional collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with customer quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Independence

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering

Tools

Obsolescence management tools (e.g., Silicon Experts)

Job description

ExoTerra seeks an EEE Component Engineer to lead component evaluation, BOM integrity, and procurement coordination across cross-functional teams. The role focuses on improving procurement processes, maintaining BOM accuracy, and ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with MIL‑STD/ESA standards, obsolescence management, and the ability to present technical changes to customers.