Senior Industrial Engineer

About the role

We’re expanding our satellite manufacturing capability and seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead factory optimization initiatives and drive scalable, efficient spacecraft production. This role blends advanced industrial engineering with program level project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead value stream mapping (VSM) exercises to define current and future state flows, identify waste, and extract takt-limiting constraints.
• Build and maintain factory simulations (discrete-event, throughput modeling, WIP flow simulation) to validate production architectures and rate-readiness strategies.
• Use simulation tools to evaluate staffing levels, workstation loading, WIP accumulation, bottlenecks, and expansion scenarios.
• Lead factory optimization projects from concept through implementation, including scope, schedule, resource planning, and risk management.
• Develop long-term capacity models, rate-readiness plans, and production system architectures.
• Design and optimize workstation layouts, tooling strategies, and material flow systems for satellite AIT.
• Perform advanced analyses: time studies, discrete-event simulation, constraint modeling, and process mapping.
• Establish and maintain factory performance dashboards and KPIs in partnership with Operations and Program Management.
• Drive cross-functional alignment on factory upgrades, capital investments, and process changes.
• Coach and mentor junior Industrial Engineers and process improvement specialists.
• Ensure compliance with cleanroom, ESD, space hardware handling, and quality system requirements.
• Support digital transformation of the factory including MES enhancements, automation integration, and data-driven operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 6+ years of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or operations engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-part stakeholder projects or factory improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills (Excel, Python, SQL, simulation tools).
• Experience in complex electromechanical assembly environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace or space hardware experience (satellite, avionics, precision structures, or high-reliability electronics).
• Experience with Solumina, SAP, FactoryLogix, or comparable MES/ERP systems.
• Experience with Factory Simulation tools: Siemens, FlexSim, Simio, or equivalent.
• Professional Certifications: PMP, Lean 6-sigma, etc.
• Experience developing capital project proposals or leading factory layout redesigns.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, from technicians to executives.

Pay

$140,000 - $170,000 USD

ITAR Requirements

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:

• Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan with a 3% Employer Direct Contribution to help you plan for your future.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.
• Emotional Wellbeing: A no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your household’s emotional health and wellbeing.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing internal training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual. Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.