Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

As a Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites. You will be responsible for the production of propulsion components, getting them assembled into a subsystem, and integrating that subsystem onto the vehicle. This is a highly cross-functional role that will require you to meet stakeholder and industry requirements while hitting aggressive cost and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem for use in a high-orbit satellite application
• Design and build, or source, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble propulsion subsystems
• Build the factory that builds satellites - manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilities
• Develop manufacturing processes that meet rigorous internal and external standards
• Work closely with other teams to deliver your subsystem on time and at our expected quality
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly growing team

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, physics)
• 3+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD), and building hardware of your own design
• A passion for manufacturing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/development
• Demonstrated ability of personally managing the construction of complex hardware
• Must be onsite 5 days a week

Qualifications (Bonus)

• Direct experience in propulsion or aerospace welding engineering
• Specific experience manufacturing, testing, or designing electric propulsion or chemical space propulsion
• Deep knowledge in Machining, Welding, or Fixture/Tool & Die design
• Experience with Manufacturing Engineering Software (MES) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting industry standards and specifications (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs, AS/NAS component specifications)
• Familiarity with Pressurized Systems operation and construction
• Familiarity with Reliability and Mission Assurance best practices

Benefits

• High-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement planning
• Flexible PTO
• Free on-site catered meals
• Significant equity package via incentive stock options

Pay

Base Salary $115,000—$145,000 USD

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))