Electronic Component Engineer
Job Location:
Houston, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Are you passionate about human space exploration understanding the origins of the universe and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference If you are we need you!
We need your talent teamwork and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision shape and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASAs pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for aElectronic Component Engineerto join the JETSII Contract with Aerodyne Industries a teammate companyfor NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs to join our team.
As an Electronic Component Engineer - EEE Parts for NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs you will:
Work as a Team Lead with associated Electronics Component Engineers supporting several NASA projects and programs.
Report directly to the Electronics and Electrical Section Manager as part of group of 50 other Electronics and Electrical Engineers.
Provide Electrical Electronic and Electromagnetic (EEE) parts support to NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs.
Evaluate proposed EEE Parts lists with respect to the projects specific hardware criticality and environments.
Report on the manufacturers materials construction usage (environment & electrical de-rating) and overall reliability of the selected parts to the EEE parts control board (PCB).
Recommend replacement EEE parts.
Assist in EEE parts failure investigations.
Review Military and industry EEE parts specifications standards and studies for application to NASA programs.
Assist in the development of EEE part qualification plans project specific screening requirements and Non-Standard Part Approval Requests (NSPAR).
Work in a laboratory environment as required following standard operating procedures.
Perform other duties as required and assigned.
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple on the candidates experience requirements and business needs we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
- Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related masters degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience.
BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school and 10 years of related engineering experience.
Prior experience leading a technical team
Interfaces with NASA customer on a regular basis and coordinates team assignments and individual tasking
Supporting design reviews and product development teams.
U n de r standing of component selection screening qualification and derating for use in space flight applications.
Supporting project teams in EEE related activities including review and generation of project related documents such as procurement specifications and source control drawings (SCDs).
Assist in preparation analysis and distribution of NASA Advisories and Government Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) Alerts.
Assist in part selection and obsolescence review.
Assist in electrical part failure investigation.
Assist design program in writing the NSPAR (Non Standard Parts Approval Request) with the PCB info.
Assist RITF or other groups with DPA (Destructive Physical analysis) for any PCB as a condition for part approval.
Support project in finding Passive and Active components. Passive components such as: Resistors capacitors transformers Active components such as: ICs transistors diodes.
Development of part specifications and test procedures for space level parts.
Provide technical assistance to contracted tests labs and part manufacturers.
Provide customer/project team applications assistance.
Review electrical test data to verify part / lot acceptability.
Requisition Preferences:
Knowledge of component failure modes component reliability and NASA component specifications and standards.
Knowledge of NASA space flight hardware processes.
Understanding of passive components microcircuit hybrid semiconductor and discrete device fabrication.
Prior experience with accelerated reliability testing reliability theory and component failure analysis.
Knowledge of the EEE parts used in high reliability military/DoD or space hardware and the associated US military test specifications and standards.
Experience with the development of EEE parts management plans destructive physical analysis (DPA) and parts failure analysis desired.
Strong background in Electronic Engineering including knowledge of EEE parts technologies and manufacturing processes.
Experience with product development pre-production activity and product life cycle.
Sourcing background in electronics industry and supply chain experience with electrical technologies and part manufacturers.
Proficient in MS Office programs particularly MS Project Excel PowerPoint Word OneNote and Outlook.
Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Why Join Our Team
In addition to exciting career opportunities we also have:
- Excellent personal and professional career growth
- 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) when applicable
- Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
- Much much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC) please visit
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
- Must be able tocomplete a U.S. government background investigation.
- Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC telephone printer etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health dental and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/18/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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Required Experience:
IC
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