Hardware Component Engineer Electrical

Company Overview

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Department Overview

Job Description

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people doing very challenging work with the prime directive of Keeping Our Heroes Connected

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a Hardware Component Engineer - Electrical with a strong Electrical Engineering foundation and working knowledge of mechanical components. This role is responsible for component selection qualification and lifecycle management to support product development and sustainment activities ensuring our teams have the right components at the right time and managing the long-term health of our product builds. This position will report to the Director of Hardware Engineering Operations.

This position is 100% onsite Monday through Friday at Silvus Technologies headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles CA.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Select qualify and release electronic and electromechanical components including connectors cables and related hardware.

• Review and approve component specifications datasheets and drawings for new product introductions (NPI).

• Partner with design mechanical and manufacturing teams to ensure proper component integration and compatibility.

• Evaluate alternate and second-source components to mitigate supply chain risks.

• Monitor component lifecycle (PCN/EOL/obsolescence) and drive proactive mitigation plans.

• Support failure analysis root cause investigation and corrective actions for component-related issues.

• Ensure components meet regulatory environmental and reliability requirements (e.g. RoHS REACH).

• Maintain and improve component databases part numbering and documentation standards.

• Work with suppliers manufacturing and quality teams to resolve technical and quality concerns.

• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 35 years of experience in component engineering hardware development or a related role.

• Strong understanding of electronic components (FPGA Processor FEM RF) and working knowledge of mechanical components such as connectors harnesses and enclosures.

• Experience interpreting datasheets mechanical drawings and industry standards.

• Familiarity with PLM systems engineering processes (e.g. DFMEA PPAP) and component databases.

• Knowledge of component lifecycle management and supply chain considerations.

• Strong analytical problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Extensive experience with digital electronics system and RF system design.

• Extensive experience with wireless communication systems design and productization.

• Experience with high-speed connectors RF connectors or MIL-grade components.

• Experience interpreting datasheets mechanical drawings and industry standards.

• Familiarity with environmental and reliability standards (e.g. IPC JEDEC).

• Experience supporting NPI and manufacturing environments.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Effective communication across cross-functional teams.

• Proactive in identifying risks and driving solutions.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to do the following:

  • Lift up to 25 lbs.

  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.

  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.

  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

COMPENSATION: $95000 - $125000 /annually

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Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 35 years of experience in component engineering hardware development or a related role.

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Travel Requirements

Relocation Provided

Position Type

Referral Payment Plan

Our :

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical Dental Visionbenefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• PaidParental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.

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