Component Engineer - Aerospace Manufacturing - Long Island

This onsite Component Engineer position plays a key role in evaluating, qualifying, and managing components throughout the product lifecycle. Working cross-functionally with engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and external suppliers, you will help ensure products meet demanding performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Client Details

My client is a leading advanced manufacturing and engineering organization that designs and produces highly specialized products for mission-critical applications in demanding and regulated industries. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, the company is committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement across its operations. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment where engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams work closely to solve complex technical challenges. The organization continues to invest in modern technologies, engineering processes, and employee development to support long-term growth. This is an opportunity to join a stable, growing business where technical expertise is valued and career progression is actively encouraged.

Description

• Evaluate, select, and approve components and materials for new and existing programs.
• Develop and maintain component specifications, approved supplier documentation, and engineering records.
• Review technical drawings, datasheets, and engineering requirements.
• Conduct component qualification activities, validation testing, and technical assessments.
• Lead or support investigations into component failures, non-conformances, and reliability concerns.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve technical, quality, and obsolescence challenges.
• Support engineering change activities, alternate component evaluations, and lifecycle management initiatives.
• Work closely with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve production and field-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable customer, industry, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate configuration and technical documentation.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Approximately 4-6 years of engineering experience within aerospace, defense, aviation, or a similar highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or electronic component standards and requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and root-cause investigation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with MRP, PLM, or engineering document management systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar engineering design tools is beneficial.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external suppliers.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on technically advanced products and programs.
• Exposure to cross-functional engineering and manufacturing operations.
• Collaborative and supportive engineering culture.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Stable and growing organization with a strong commitment to quality and innovation.
• Opportunity to contribute to products used in highly demanding applications.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in accordance with applicable U.S. export control regulations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. - Approximately 4-6 years of engineering experience within aerospace, defence, aviation, or a similar highly regulated manufacturing environment.