Sr Components Engineer

Roy Turchin US Citizen and previously held secret clearance

The candidate is currently located in White Plains, NY, however he is willing to relocate and work onsite 100% from day one.

Professional Summary

●Accomplished Component Engineer with 20 years of experience in electro-mechanical component management, semiconductor analysis, proactive & reactive obsolescence mitigation across defense, medical, and industrial sectors. Interpret electrical schematics. Drive systemic Corrective Actions that prevent recurrence Sourcing & Supplier Management.

●Expert in RoHS/REACh compliance, DMSMS, GIDEP, PLM, and EOL management, with a proven track record of reducing costs, standardizing components, and supporting high-priority programs.

●Skilled in vendor liaison, alternate sourcing, component specification, and BOM management, with extensive experience working with DoD, ISO, ASTM, IPC, JEDEC, and AEC-Q100+ standards.

●Recognized for mentoring engineering teams, implementing process improvements, and ensuring program goals are met with high accountability and precision.

Tools & Technical Skills

●Office & Documentation: Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat Professional, Concur, Oracle Database

●Component & Material Management: Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP), Component Analysis for End-of-Life (EOL) and DMSMS mitigation, Alternate Component Sourcing, Cost-effective Vendor Identification

●Database & PLM: Maintain component libraries keyed to eCAD/Agile(windchill), Oracle, Excel, PMPL; Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

●Compliance & Standards: RoHS/REACh compliance management per EU Directives, U.S. Conflict Minerals (Dodd-Frank Act), ASTM, IPC, JEDEC

●Industry Tools & Intelligence: IHS Spec/Parts Intelligence, GAGE (Commercial & Government Entity Programs)

Education

●AS, Mechanical Technology (with honors) – Westchester Community College, NY

Professional Affiliations & Regulatory Knowledge

●Restricted Substances & Compliance: RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), REACh

(Registration, Evaluation, Authorization & Restriction of Chemicals)

●Technical Services & Certifications: Assent, ECHA (European Chemicals Agency), Greensoft, IEC, Intertek, Part Miner, OctoPart, Silicon Expert, TUV Rheinland ISO 9000

Professional Experience:

Johnson Controls Jan 2025 – Jul 2025 Senior Components Engineer / Semiconductor Analyst

●Managed obsolescence tracking and mitigation for electrical and mechanical components, recommending approved alternatives for mature or obsolete parts.

●Collaborated with approved suppliers to ensure part availability, reliability, and cost efficiency.

●Prepared and maintained UL certifications for commercial components compliant with UL94V and UL924 standards.

●Provided technical guidance and component analysis to support high-priority programs and maintain production continuity.

Hologic Inc. — Danbury, CT Feb 2022 – Mar 2024 Senior Component Engineer / Analyst

●Led RoHS and Reach compliance initiatives, playing a key role in the design and implementation of corporate environmental and material standards.

●Created and maintained Approved Component List and Approved Vendor List to ensure standardization and quality.

●Developed and managed a computerized database cross-referencing vendor part numbers with alternate sources for company components.

●Oversaw counterfeit part prevention, material control, and prohibited substance compliance in accordance with AS5553.

●Utilized Silicon Expert to establish alternate manufacturer components, maintaining active component life cycles and minimizing obsolescence risks.

●Managed GIDEP issues, ECN/PCN changes, and coordinated with vendors on procurement and lifecycle matters.

●Provided mentorship and guidance to engineering staff, supporting skills development and technical proficiency.

●Assisted in strategic electronics contract negotiations to optimize component sourcing and cost efficiency.

BAE Systems Electronic Systems Jan 2021 – Jun 2021 Component Engineer

●Supported RoHS and Reach compliance initiatives, ensuring corporate environmental standards were properly implemented.

●Managed Engineering Change Requests and Engineering Change Notices and led BOM migration projects for product updates.

●Developed and maintained a database cross-referencing vendor part numbers with alternate sources to ensure continuity and availability of components.

●Established alternate manufacturers for Commercial Off-The-Shelf components, maintaining active component life cycles using Silicon Expert.

●Managed GIDEP issues, and coordinated ECN/PCN changes to support ongoing production and obsolescence mitigation.

AeroVironment Aug 2021 – Dec 2021 Component Engineer

●Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to optimize component designs and ensure system reliability.

●Analyzed component performance to verify compliance with specifications and industry standards.

●Supported production and manufacturing by implementing engineering changes and design improvements.

●Maintained close coordination with failure analysis and qualification teams to resolve component issues and ensure product quality.

Hologic Inc. — Danbury, CT Mar 2005 – Sep 2020 Component Engineer / Analyst – RoHS & Reach

●Served as a key liaison between Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Marketing, and Applications in a 400+ employee organization, providing solutions to component issues and fulfilling new component requests.

●Led RoHS and REACH compliance initiatives, achieving corporate deadlines and CE approvals through effective process implementation and team management.

●Managed obsolescence mitigation using Silicon Expert and IHS, developing alternate component strategies to maintain production continuity.

●Created and maintained a comprehensive component database linking vendor part numbers with alternate sources and internal part numbers.

●Developed alternate component specifications in compliance with ASTM, IPC, and JEDEC standards. ● Implemented process improvements that reduced engineering man-hours for component sourcing by 25% over five years.

●Provided second-source recommendations for single-source items to ensure timely replacements without project delays.

●Established efficient procurement processes (including P-card and pipeline strategies) reducing prototype led times to typically one day.

●Acted as gatekeeper for commercial part numbers, ensuring no duplicates in the Agile (Windchill) database.

●Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, managing all types of commercial electronic components (EEE).

●Applied DoD specifications (MIL-STD/PRF, MIL-STD-1547 QPL) for EOL replacement parts following DMSMS guidelines.

●Maintained sufficient inventory to allow engineering time for proper planning, avoiding costly redesigns. ● Extensive experience with ECR/ECN processes, BOM structures, product lifecycle management (PLM), and AEC-Q100 compliance.

Medical Laboratory Automation Inc. — Pleasantville, NY Jan 1991 – Apr 2005 Components Engineer / Documentation Coordinator

●Instituted a uniform part numbering system, reducing duplicate inventory parts and achieving 50% cost savings over five years.

●Developed a document management system for electrical and mechanical component drawings, ECNs, and ECOs using PDF PRO and File Magic, improving storage, retrieval, and accessibility while reducing engineering man-hours by 25%.

●Gained expertise in corrosion prevention and protective finishes, supporting component longevity and quality.

●Procured spare parts for sub-assemblies and component products, maintaining production continuity and after-market support.

●Established and maintained GIDEP program participation to monitor and manage component reliability and obsolescence.

●Coordinated with U.S. and European manufacturers (England, Ireland, France, Germany) to standardize component products and ensure compliance with international specifications.

●Implemented processes that reduced operational costs by 25% over five years and improved project scheduling for after-market customers.

Recommendations:

Edward Nonnweiler Electrical Manager **********@*****.***

John Girgenti – Mechanical Manager ****.********@*******.***

Ken DeFreitas –Chief Engineer ***.*********@*******.***

David Aizer – Chief Engineer *****.*****@*******.***

Millie Blaza - Sales Manager ******.******@******.***

Tom DeYoung – Chief Engineer ******@*****.***

Phil Cardician – Senior Test Engineer *************@***.***

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