The Position
Sr. Project Engineer - EEE Components
Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Engineering - Electrical

Full-time
United States - Washington 

The Senior Component EEE Parts Project Engineer specifies, supports and leads engineering teams in the successful planning, design, development, and qualification of electrical, electronic and electromechanical (EEE) components for liquid rocket engines and propulsion systems for spacecraft and launch vehicle applications.

40% - Author component specifications to accurately and effectively communicate technical program requirements to suppliers. Review supplier documentation and processes, as well as support proposal activity by selecting or specifying components. Support programs with submittals and justifications to the appropriate Parts Materials Processes Control Board. And may act as the EEE Parts Lead for large programs.

30% - Use a combination of technical and business skills to specify and support EE design in the incorporation of electrical components into complex system designs as part of a highly matrixed team organization for aerospace propulsion systems. Electrical components include but are not limited to hybrids, relays, microcircuits, semiconductors, power microelectronics and magnetics.

30% - Formal problem solving, failure analysis, destructive part analysis and understanding diagnostic tools in the application of semiconductor and passive components in space flight electronics.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

-Other duties as assigned.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in specifying and procuring high reliability electronics components (such as diodes, transistors, microcircuits, hybrids, relays and passive devices). Must be able to take on leadership roles. Ability to work collaboratively with internal program management, team members and suppliers a must. Understanding of radiation requirements, working knowledge of EEE military specifications and GIDEP system required. Familiarity with formal problem solving and failure analysis tools and techniques preferred. Experience with MRP system, subcontracts and purchase orders helpful. Requires the ability and willingness to travel as needed. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

Working Conditions:

Workplace includes areas where chemical materials are encountered.

The Candidate
5+ to 7 years of experience
Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Willingness to Travel – Occasionally