Associate Component Engineer {D}

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

An Associate Component Engineer provides expertise in High Reliability, Military and Space Level EEEE Component Engineering.

This position is responsible for implementing Component Engineering Requirements to ensure design integrity and hardware robustness in direct alignment with customer's expectations and executing processes and procedures required to follow an EEEE (Electrical, Electronic, Electro-mechanical, Electro-Optical) component through selection, specification generation, procurement team interaction, and part qualification.

The Individual will work as a member of several Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to implement Component/Reliability Requirements which may include Component Selection, Screening and Qualification Definition, Reliability Studies, Stress Analysis, Component Database management and Supply Chain Guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Implementing Component Engineering Process to ensure design integrity and hardware robustness in direct alignment with customer expectations


• Executing processes and procedures required to follow an EEEE (Electrical, Electronic, Electro-Mechanical, Electro-Optical) component through selection, specification generation, procurement, part screening/qualification and data review/inspections


• Performs quality engineering reviews of design documentation for compliance with stated requirements, including supplier quality manuals and company quality records


• Create Presentations and Participate in Customer Meetings

Required Qualifications:

• BSEE/BSEET Electrical Engineering


• Intern/Co-op level work experience as a EEEE Component or Electrical Engineer


• Basic Knowledge of EEEE device types, construction, operation and failure analysis


• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience locating and understanding part specifications/data sheets


• Presentation and decision-making skills

Location: Danbury, CT

Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages


• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts


• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions


• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events


• 13 paid holidays


• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs


• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance


• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance


• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave


• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, occasionally operate tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment when working with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 bs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to [email protected] or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.