Principal Component Engineer

Mercury Systems has a great opportunity for an electrical engineer who specializes in Component Engineering to make an impact, and the ability help mature our component process and framework right away. We are seeking a well experienced Components Engineer, Parts Engineer or Reliability Engineer to support our warfare products and related technologies. If selected, you will be part of the Component Engineering Team supporting a range of programs spanning terrestrial and space solutions. Our products include aerospace systems that protect warfighters, noncombatants, and critical infrastructure. The work we do is making a difference in the world – today. This is a very hands-on, collaborative company and we value your input. 

This position is hybrid, and can be worked out of one of the following Mercury Systems Locations:

• Huntsville, AL; Chantilly, VA; Cypress, CA; or Andover, MA
• Enjoy every other Friday off!

• →Typically requires a bachelor’s in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
• →Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in related industry (i.e. defense, electronics) or 5 years plus a master’s degree in related disciplines.
• →Prior experience as a lead component engineer (or similar engineer) on defense/aerospace/space programs.
• →Knowledge of common military and industry specifications and standards (MIL, ASTM, AEC, ESA, NASA, etc.)
• →Knowledge of electronic fabrication techniques and processes such as SMT, chip and wire, hybrids, etc.
• →Experience with the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies.
• →Experience with the NSMAR NSPAR process or/and forms.
• →Familiar with environmental testing per MIL-STD-883 (this is required); MIL-PRF-38534, 38535, passive components, etc.
• →Clear communication – both oral and written – and a positive attitude.
• →Ability to work remotely as part of larger team.
• →An active US DoD Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain one. US Citizenship is required.

• Active US Security Clearance – Secret
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or other related science or engineering discipline
• Understanding of failure modes in passives and packaged active devices.
• Prior experience in Design Engineering role, especially on space-based programs.
• Experience collaborating with and managing suppliers, and requesting PPAPs, qualification reports, additional documentation.
• Experience designing complex embedded digital hardware products from concept to completion
• Experience designing complex circuits with microprocessors, FPGAs, or network switches
• Prior experience in Quality or Supplier Quality organizations; familiarity with SAE AS9100 and AS9102. Knowledge of QMS requirements.
• Proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), MES (Manufacturing Execution System), Quality Management System 

• We are also hiring a Senior Component Engineer. job id # 26-326

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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