Component Engineer Jobs

Component Engineers help organizations select, evaluate, and manage the parts and materials used in complex products and systems. They work across engineering, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure components meet technical requirements, perform reliably, and remain available throughout a product’s lifecycle. Explore vetted Component Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Component Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but commonly include reviewing component specifications, assessing supplier data, qualifying parts, and supporting design teams with component selection. Component Engineers may also investigate failures, manage approved parts lists, monitor obsolescence, and recommend alternatives that meet performance, cost, and compliance requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a degree in electrical, mechanical, materials, or a related engineering discipline, along with experience in component engineering, product development, or quality. Useful capabilities include interpreting technical drawings and datasheets, reliability analysis, risk assessment, supplier collaboration, and clear documentation. Familiarity with industry standards and tools such as PLM, ERP, or component lifecycle databases can also be valuable.

Industries and Career Paths

Component Engineers work in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing. Depending on experience and specialization, career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering roles, component engineering management, supplier quality, reliability engineering, or broader product and systems engineering positions.

Find Component Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Component Engineer openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that align with your technical expertise and career goals.

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$118K - $219K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and deliver integrated solutions. Engage with diverse teams to align requirements, support development, and ensure successful dep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Drive the integration of functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Collaborate across business areas to develop specifications and support the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Join a dynamic team as a Functional Integrator, collaborating across business areas to streamline operations, enhance product delivery, and support agile development. Drive functional specifications a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team as a Functional Integrator, collaborating across business areas to streamline operations, enhance product delivery, and support agile development. Drive functional specifications a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and execution of the Fleet Ballistic Missile Program. Drive accountability and strategic focus throughout the program lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading cross-functional teams in regulatory navigation, process alignment, and specifications development to enhance Global Trade Services capabilities in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Shape success by coordinating engineering projects, ensuring integration, managing schedules, and resolving issues across teams. Drive operational readiness for major milestones while collaborating wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Lead the charge in guiding cross-functional teams through complex compliance challenges. Collaborate on functional specifications and support Agile development to ensure high-quality product delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions by managing project execution, cost, and schedule, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of technical activities and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $135K *

Transform production operations by providing hands-on engineering support, troubleshooting issues, and implementing continuous improvements. Lead new product introductions and collaborate across teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Join the team to bridge optical design and manufacturing, ensuring efficient production flows and prototyping of advanced optical payloads for space missions. Drive innovation in processes and tooling...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading DFT architecture and implementation for complex SoCs, ensuring testability and production success through strategic collaboration and innovative methodologies across cross...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $188K *

Innovate packaging processes and equipment to enhance manufacturing efficiency. Lead the development and optimization of semiconductor assembly solutions while ensuring quality, reliability, and cost...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $219K *

Advance materials technology development for advanced packaging by optimizing processes and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions that meet quality and reliability standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by designing and deploying backend services for satellite mission operations. Lead the development of innovative APIs and microservices while integrating complex ground station sys...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Drive product ownership from substrate to wafer test, enhancing yield and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new products and resolve operational issues while ensuring adher...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion cutting-edge mechanical designs for test stations, enhancing product testing efficiency through expertise in CAD modeling, vibration fixtures, and thermal testing design...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $143K *

Advance precision time and frequency technologies by designing and supporting hardware systems for diverse applications, collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality product development and lifec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in semiconductor characterization as a Principal Engineer, driving technical direction and innovation across global manufacturing processes while mentoring teams and influencing strate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Build robust software solutions by developing application and test code, while steering implementation decisions in a collaborative Agile environment. Contribute to complex architectures using modern...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Lead the charge in global product quality and reliability, overseeing best-in-class practices for semiconductor devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex issues and drive inn...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize product integration and yield enhancement through collaboration with engineering teams. Drive improvements in manufacturing efficiency and quality while addressing operational challenges with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $117K *

Help us support manufacturing excellence by delivering technical solutions, optimizing processes, and ensuring quality in rotary wing aircraft upgrades. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing ultraprecision machining processes. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll drive improvements, develop tooling, and lead automation initiatives within a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by developing innovative processes and optimizing production layouts. Collaborate to enhance efficiency, drive automation, and ensure operational excellence in a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Component Engineer?question toggle

    A Component Engineer evaluates and manages the parts and materials used in products, helping ensure they meet design, reliability, quality, compliance, and lifecycle requirements.

  • What does a Component Engineer do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work may include reviewing specifications and datasheets, qualifying components, coordinating with suppliers and design teams, maintaining approved parts lists, and resolving reliability or obsolescence issues.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Component Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and relevant experience with components, product development, quality, or manufacturing. Requirements differ by employer and industry.

  • Which industries hire Component Engineers?question toggle

    Common industries include aerospace, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing.

  • How can I find Component Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to search vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, then filter and compare roles based on location, experience, and specialization.