**EchoStar** has an exciting opportunity for a Component Engineer in our **Hughes Network Systems** division. Hughes is engaged in research and development of cutting-edge satellite communication equipment & systems, engineering electro-mechanical solutions to electronic packaging challenges at the chip, board, and enclosure level. This position will be located at our headquarters in **Germantown, MD** . **Responsibilities:** + Participate in Component Requests, Spec Control drawings, Source Control drawings and Alternate Item Drawings. + Maintain component and material data in the SAP database. + As a Configuration Control Board (CCB) member, participate in the review and approval of the Engineering Change Notices (ECN). + Implement changes to Component Engineering documentation as needed. + Work closely with engineers from multiple disciplines to generate and maintain bills of materials, process specification documents, and help with component selection based upon design, manufacturing, and environmental requirements. + Advise on component supplier roadmaps, supplier technology advancements, and bring recent industry innovations into product designs. + Research equivalent components and material. + Develop multiple sources for components. + Responsible for approving new electronic & mechanical components to satisfy requirements. + Maintain the approved parts list or approved vendors list. + Apply best practices for configuration control. **Basic Requirements:** + Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field. + 4+ years of experience working as a component engineer. + 2+ years of experience reading and understanding datasheets and compare components for equivalency. + Prior experience working with engineering or procurement teams in component selection. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Familiar with Digital, RF, and Electrical/Mechanical components. + Working knowledge of all types of electrical and electronic components. + Excellent communications (verbal and written), scheduling, organizational skills. + Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook). + Experience with read/write access to SAP ERP systems for data management. + Exposure to various materials (metals, plastics, chemicals). + Knowledge of EU environmental regulations such as RoHS, REACH, and WEEE. + Current knowledge of the state of the industry. + Working knowledge of types of electrical and electronic components used in communications products. The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance. \#LI-EM1 \#M We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law. At EchoStar, you have the right to request reasonable accommodations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact careers@echostar.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.