Component Engineer

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all components and parts meet the required standards throughout the product lifecycle, supporting both new development and ongoing maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Author and maintain the Engineering Bill of Materials (BoM), Bill of Design, and Parts Management Control Plan.

• Manage progressive release levels of components on the BoM and oversee the generation and control of the Manufacturing BoM for all prototype phases.

• Author and manage hardware configuration logbooks for prototype deliveries.

• Process and respond to support queries related to components and parts.

• Manage, maintain, and update component data, including lifecycle status, export control, and regulatory compliance (e.g., REACH/RoHS).

• Provide technical advice and support for electronic, electrical, mechanical, and material commodities.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience working with electronic and mechanical components and parts.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and Word.

• Strong attention to detail with a high concern for order and quality.

• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload effectively.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with key stakeholders.

Competencies

• Effective team player and capable individual contributor.

• Self-starter with the ability to identify priorities and coordinate tasks.

• Good interpersonal skills.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• An engineering degree or relevant technical background.

• Knowledge of Mil Hdbk 338 or equivalent standards.

• Familiarity with Mil Hdbk 217.

• Solid understanding of Configuration Management principles.

• Awareness of Design for Manufacture and Assembly principles.

• Proficiency in MS Office and general PC skills.

Key Measures

• Adherence to schedule, cost, and quality requirements for own work.

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