Component Engineer (2025 072)

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Component Engineer (2025-072)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES)

Location Kirkland, WA

Description
**Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems** (AES) is seeking a **_Component Engineer_** _to_ join our dynamic Engineering Services Team in **Kirkland, WA** .

This position offers flexibility to work from home with occasional time in the office depending on project needs.

If youare passionate about making an impact with a forward-thinking company that stays at the forefront of the latest technologies in the aircraft industry-and has been **recognized as one of Washington's Best Places to Work for 16 consecutive years - please read on!**

**JOB SUMMARY**

The Component Engineer works in the Engineering Services department to support all teams in the selection, specification, and qualification of off-the-shelf (or industry standard-defined) electrical and mechanical components for Astronics products and processes.

Other functions include Mitigation of Supply Chain risk through monitoring of component life cycle, identification of alternate manufacturing sources, maintenance of OTS components in the parts database, and providing related technical guidance to all AES organizational functions.

**KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Enter new (or update existing) OTS (Off-The-Shelf), BTP (Built-To-Print), or production material components into the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) database for final review by senior Component Engineers.
+ Provide technical support to New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Support Engineering teams upon request.

Assist in the resolution or escalation of component-related issues and communicate proactively with cross-functional stakeholders.
+ Assist in the identification of “Form-Fit-Function” (FFF) equivalent or similar alternate manufacturing part numbers.
+ Participate in Component Engineering team support to Engineering and Supply Chain for component end-of-life, obsolescence, and availability issues.
+ Assist in the resolution or escalation of component issues and communicate proactively with cross-functional stakeholders.
+ Assist in the maintenance of the company’s Industry Standards library.
+ Provide support, under the direction of a Senior Component Engineer, for company-led strategic initiatives and team-driven continuous process improvement projects.
+ Assist in drafting and updating procedures or guidelines, for review by Senior Component Engineers.
+ Maintain reports, metrics, data, or other deliverables as directed.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education/Experience:**

+ Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) field.

Or a suitable combination of work experience and education may be substituted for degree requirement
+ Demonstrates familiarity ~ Typically 2+ years of direct experience in the key duties and responsibilities of the position.

**Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**

+ Familiarity with electrical engineering principles and common electronic components.
+ Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks within a set timeframe.
+ Demonstrated systematic problem-solving skills and an understanding of how to analyze data with metrics.
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional groups.
+ Strong skills with Microsoft Excel (or similar software).

**Desirable Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**

+ Knowledge of microelectronic components and technologies, as well as with materials and manufacturing processes typically used in OEM electronics production.

Awareness of industry and military standards applicable to such components.
+ Familiarity with product life cycle management and common practices related to component obsolescence.
+ Familiarity with third party database services such as Accuris or Silicon Experts.
+ Familiarity with PLM software.
+ Experience with Microsoft SharePoint.
+ Familiarity with Lean and / or Six Sigma concepts.

**EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS**

+ As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

**Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible** .
+ An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and **drug test** **which includes screening for the use of cannabis** .

**Salary range for this position is $** **72,476** **- $** **109,119** **per year** .

Mid-point for the range is $90,933.

At Astronics AES, it is more typical for an individual to be hired closer to the mid-point than near the top of the range.

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

At Astronics AES, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

**Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:**

+ **Stay Healthy** – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
+ **Save for the Future** – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ **Find Balance** – Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture
+ **Time for You** – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours, plus 12 Paid Holidays

Position Requirements
_As above_

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions.

Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges.

For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness.

Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands.

Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

EOE Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Required Skill Profession

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