Electronic Component Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME)

About the role

Amentum, a partner to U.S. government agencies, is hiring an Electronic Component Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support strategic U.S. defense systems. The SME uses technical expertise to influence part selection, ensure reliability, support testing and guide programs from concept through sustainment. The position is hybrid, with 3 days onsite in Crane, Indiana and 2 days remote per week.

Key responsibilities

• Support technologists with component engineering, including writing clear technical reports
• Advise military programs and hardware designers on part selection for performance, reliability and sustainment
• Troubleshoot component-level issues and recommend solutions
• Apply knowledge of electrical test methods, radiation effects, failure analysis and material analysis tools
• Collaborate with program offices, prime contractors, designers, manufacturers, test labs and government stakeholders
• Create, review and refine test plans and documentation, and provide life-cycle engineering support
• Take part in DLA audits, JEDEC working groups and reviews of military performance specs and test methods
• Travel 25% for audits, reviews and meetings

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Electrical Engineering preferred) and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent
• Component engineering experience focused on quality and reliability of IEEE parts
• Familiarity with IEEE component design practices and military industry standards (MIL-STD)
• Ability to analyze differences across part standards and write clear technical reports
• Must obtain and maintain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship required
• Preferred: active Secret clearance, experience with discrete, passive, digital or analog devices, and strong Excel skills

Required skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ability to learn advanced functions
• Basic understanding of electrical testing of IEEE parts
• Strong communication skills with customers, program offices and contractors

What we offer

• Compensation of $150,000 - $190,000 annually
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance