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This role is fully onsite in Berkeley, MO, and candidates must have the ability to obtain a secret level clearance.\n\nPosition Responsibilities Include:\n\nApply electrical engineering knowledge to evaluate electrical and electronic components and identify alternate replacements for obsolete or at‑risk parts\n\nPerform proactive obsolescence forecasting and monitoring using component surveillance tools, predictive obsolescence systems, and OEM/supplier surveys\n\nMonitor GIDEP alerts and provide obsolescence status reporting to internal engineering teams and government customers\n\nDevelop obsolescence mitigation options and perform business case analyses supporting recommended resolution paths\n\nPrepare and present technical material communicating DMSMS issues, risks, and proposed resolutions to customers and program stakeholders\n\nSupport recurring DMSMS and obsolescence working group meetings with internal teams and external government and industry partners\n\nAssist in preparing customer contractual deliverable plans, documentation, and reports\n\nSupport management of obsolescence mitigation activities within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)\n\nCollaborate with enterprise‑wide engineering and technology subject matter experts\n\nApply understanding of system‑level design requirements to recommend new or alternate electrical components for both new development and legacy systems\n\nAssist with implementation of the DoD Parts Management Program (PMP)\n\nSupport programs in identifying, tracking, and mitigating obsolescence and supply chain risks\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or a related discipline\n\nKnowledge of basic electrical and electronic components, including:\n\nResistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors\n\nTransformers, connectors, integrated circuits\n\nAbility to research and evaluate alternate components using datasheets, supplier documentation, and online technical resources\n\nUnderstanding of part obsolescence concepts and evaluation of alternate components\n\nDemonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a structured engineering team\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail\n\nPreferred Qualifications Include:\n\nExperience supporting aerospace, defense, or military programs\n\nFamiliarity with industry and military standards (e.g., SAE, MIL‑SPECs, ASTM, IEEE)\n\nExperience with component‑level design, part selection, or alternate part substitution within established systems or circuits\n\nHands‑on experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, or manufacturing environments\n\nExposure to incorporating Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), LEAN, and Quality principles into engineering, testing, or qualification activities\n\nCompensation and Benefits Information:\n\nSalary Range: $80,000-$105,000+ depending on experience\n\nFull Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Zp Group","rawCompany":"zp group","city":"Berkeley","state":"MO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T03:31:29.373Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"335999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-electrical-equipment-and-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical Component Engineer","description":"Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Early Career Electrical Component Engineer to support a major aerospace and defense client. 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