Parts, Materials, and Processes Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Building on The Aerospace Corporations reputation as a trusted impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA NOAA and the NNSA while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules regulations processes values and behaviors.

We are looking for a PartsMaterials andProcessesEngineer (Project Engineer- Microelectronics / Semiconductor Engineering). This person will support CSG sitting in the Parts Materials & Processes Department. PMPD includes subject matter experts across a broad range of areaspertaining toelectrical electronic and electromechanical (EEE) parts procurement qualification application rootcause failureanalysis as well as materials and processes. Ourexpertisecombined with a sophisticated in-house electroniccomponentlaboratory deliver innovative analysis and PM&P program management capabilities to national space systems and civil customers.

The candidate will support NASA GFE Flight Projects and NASA Programs.

The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at the Johnson Space Center Houston TX

What Youll Be Doing

• Supporting PM&P program management functions i.e. considering the application standardization technology (new and aging) system reliability maintainability supportability and cost in designing or selecting PM&P and addressing availability logistics supportDiminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) and legacy issues in supporting them throughout the life of the systems
• Validating PM&P selection screening/testing qualification based on requirements/specifications verification of program approved PM&P lists ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing the bill of materials (BOM) to balance cost and quality.
• May lead cross-organizational teams and organize interfaces within department
• Collaborate with industry colleagues and component supplier personnel to create/maintain guidance and requirements related to selection screening qualification and root cause failure analysis
• Act as organizations designated representative at technical meetings presentation and workshops
• May mentor less experienced staff as required and serve as role model

What You Need to be Successful Project Engineer- Microelectronics / Semiconductor Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university in materials science electrical engineering physics or anotherappropriate discipline

• Eight or more years of demonstrated growth and proficiencyin PMP Management and applicable requirements and standards (AEC-Q NASA and/or national security space)

• Excellent record of customer communication and interaction

• Willingness to travel domestically/internationally approx. 25% averaged over time
• Ability to obtain/maintain a secret clearance (US citizenship required to obtain security clearance)

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree from an accredited university in materials science electrical engineering physics or anotherappropriate discipline

• Demonstrated ability to assess AEC-Q or non-MIL PRF parts and developappropriate methodsfor use in space and related high-reliability applications

• Hold an active TS/SSBI security clearance

• Proficiencyin common root cause analysis tools during problem resolution

• Experience collaborating with contractors industry working groups and/or associations such as NASA Electronics Parts Assurance Group Defense Logistics Agency Joint Electron Device Engineering Council Automotive Electronics Council during the evaluationselection and adaptation of active electronic parts for space-related applications

• Possess project management skills in applications such as MS Project Jira etc.

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays sick time and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options

• 401(k) Plan Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8% 10% or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

• Flexible spending accounts

• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

• Education assistance programs

• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.