Junior component engineer – electronics manufacturing

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Junior Component Engineer supports component selection, alternate sourcing, lifecycle management, and supply chain risk mitigation for new and existing products. Working with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality, this role helps ensure component availability, technical compliance, and production continuity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research, evaluate, and qualify alternate components to support product continuity and cost optimization.
• Assess datasheets, specifications, and form-fit-function compatibility.
• Monitor component lifecycle status, supply risks, PCNs, EOLs, and lead times.
• Support alternate sourcing, second-source qualification, and last-time-buy activities.
• Maintain component data, AML/AVL records, compliance documentation, and approved alternates within PLM/ERP systems.
• Generate lifecycle, obsolescence, and supply risk reports.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality to implement component changes and resolve issues.
• Support ECOs, document control, and compliance with applicable regulatory and customer requirements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline. Understanding of semiconductor fundamentals (diodes, BJTs, FETs, IC operation basics). Ability to read schematics and interpret semiconductor datasheets. Strong analytical, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills. 1-3 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, component engineering, sourcing, or quality.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Understanding of electronic components, including semiconductors, passives, connectors, and power devices. Ability to read datasheets, schematics, and technical documentation. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data management tools. Familiarity with databases, SharePoint, PLM/ERP systems, or similar platforms. Effective verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with SiliconExpert, Octopart, Z2Data, IHS Markit, or similar lifecycle management tools. Exposure to BOM management, ECO processes, and product lifecycle management systems. Familiarity with SMT assembly, PCB/PCA manufacturing, and contract manufacturing environments. Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment. Knowledge of component qualification, obsolescence management, and supply chain risk mitigation. Familiarity with PLM/ERP systems.

Salary Range

$72,800.00-$97,100.00 The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.