Job Description

The Junior Electrical Engineer Sustainment supports the lifecycle maintenance, reliability, and performance optimization of electrical systems and equipment. This role focuses on troubleshooting, data analysis, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure systems remain operational, safe, and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support rapid resolution of technical problems impacting operations
• Participate in GEMBA issues on released products
• Maintain and support systems/products throughout their operational lifecycle
• Address aging systems, obsolescence, and end-of-life challenges
• Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Orders (ECOs)
• Implement design updates, retrofits, and upgrades
• Identify and manage component obsolescence risks
• Work with suppliers to find alternate parts or technologies
• Update maintenance procedures and technical manuals
• Support field service teams with technical expertise
• Improve maintainability and reduce downtime
• Work with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams
• Troubleshoot electrical issues in lab, production, or field environments
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, technical reports, and test records
• Support engineering change requests (ECRs) and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Reduce lifecycle costs through design and process improvement
• Support warranty and service-related investigations
• Ensure systems comply with regulatory, industry, and safety standards
• Support audits, certifications, and quality reviews

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Requirements

Required

• Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
• 1+ years’ experience in an electronics design and manufacturing environment
• Exposure to CAD or ECAD tools
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, circuits, and electronic components
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and testing equipment (e.g., multimeter, oscilloscope)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of process optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in team settings and with all levels in the organization
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience working within an ERP system
• Ability to manage multiple activities and identify priorities based on inputs
• Ability to read an Engineering BOM
• Strong Microsoft Office skills in Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc.

Desired

• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 and J Standard
• Familiarity with regulatory or military standards (e.g., MIL-STD, AS9100)
• Six Sigma or Lean certification