Component Line Engineer - EEE Parts

Title: Component Library Engineer – EEE Parts

Segment:   Voyager - Defense & National Security

Location:  San Diego, CA

Job Type: Full Time  - 100% Onsite

Relocation Eligible: No

Company Description: Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Component Library Engineer to join our team of designers of cutting-edge components for space and national security applications including Space Rated Cameras, Star Trackers and Laser Communications.

The ideal candidate is a technical expert who will support the design, the development, launch and sustainment of every product in our portfolio.

The EEE Parts Component Library Engineer oversees the overall health and effectiveness of the component library. This role focuses on ensuring the library meets the needs of designers and developers while aligning with business goals. This role is required to be hands-on and provide technical leadership in parts management process, parts creation and quality control. The person in this position will be responsible for supporting the development of high technology space programs. 

Tasks will include development of component requirements, parts selection, addressing obsolescence while working closely with design engineers, supply chain, quality, and reliability engineers. The person in this position needs to have proven experience in counterfeit parts management and obsolescence management with capability to guide teams upon these activities over a lean environment. Needs to drive part standardization by recommending re-use of parts in the database (when appropriate to do so), will work with component manufacturers and distributors to attain their product roadmaps. This person will be responsible for ECAD library maintenance and new parts introduction in ECAD library. This person will also review Product Change Notices (PCNs) and GIDEP (Government-Industry Data Exchange Program) alerts for their impact on components used, will advise concerned teams upon such alerts and will be responsible for Data Management and Part Number Management.

Responsibilities: 

• Define the component library's scope and roadmap
• Research and identify components that meet specifications, performance, and cost constraints
• Possess technical expertise in reading schematics, drawings, and datasheets
• Interface with manufacturers and suppliers to source components
• Inspect alternative components to improve quality, reliability, and cost
• Manage all aspects of component selection, production, qualification, obsolescence, and documentation
• Create and maintain component library databases, schematic symbols, and component land patterns
• Design and create accurate footprints/Cells for various electronic components, considering factors like package type, pin spacing, and manufacturing tolerances
• Develop schematic symbols that accurately represent component behavior and pin connections
• Organize and maintain component libraries for easy navigation and compatibility
• Review and verify the accuracy of component libraries, identifying and correcting errors
• Collaborate with PCB designers, engineers, and manufacturing teams to address component-related issues
• Guide team members in selecting appropriate components based on engineering requirements
• Track usage and identify optimization opportunities

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Experience with component obsolescence tools and methods
• Experience with end-of-life management, COTS, and counterfeit parts
• Experience in setting up of EDM and Parts Management practices
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and practices for Electronic Component Management Plan (ECMP)
• Solid understanding of configuration management, requirements traceability and related processes
• Experience with Altium layout tool
• Preferred knowledge of JEDEC, EIA and IPC standards as well as applicable military, NASA (EEE-INST-002), and ESA standards.
• Preferred knowledge of space design requirements, processes and its applications.
• Preferred knowledge of EEE parts qualification and screening requirements
• Experience with, but not limited to, passive and active electronic components, processors, memories, connectors, wires and cables, metal finishes, tin whisker mitigation, lead-free control, etc. 
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision, positive attitude and high ethics
• Able to work collaboratively with cross-functional team
• Capable of multi-tasking; working on multiple projects & supporting production activities
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Great problem-solving skills
• Experience with Microsoft office tools
• Experience participating in PMPCB reviews, including preparation and presentation of approval requests for non-standard parts

 Preferences:

• Curious, detail oriented, and analytical with a proven ability to learn quickly 
• Honest, Respectful and Patient
• Ability and willingness to make an impact
• Demonstrated initiative, drive, and interpersonal skills
• Thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Please click “Apply” to submit your application.

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.