Senior Maintenance Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for all critical manufacturing equipment.
• Create, standardize, and maintain equipment-specific maintenance SOPs and work instructions.
• Identify, track, and execute all required preventive maintenance (PM) activities, including safety and regulatory inspections.
• Support the implementation of real-time machine monitoring and predictive analytics to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Controls/Automation, and digital operations to integrate sensors, data acquisition, and reporting tools into maintenance workflows.
• Analyze equipment performance and failure data to drive continuous improvement, refine PM intervals, and identify root causes of recurring issues.

Asset & Equipment Management

• Maintain a comprehensive asset register for existing and new manufacturing equipment.
• Support equipment commissioning, acceptance, and integration into the maintenance program.
• Ensure equipment documentation is collected, organized, and accessible.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems; familiarity with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with OEM manuals, technical drawings, and maintenance specifications.
• Basic understanding of condition monitoring and predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, sensors, data logging).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline) required.
• Experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing engineering, or reliability engineering preferred.
• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience with Solid Rocket Motor, energetics, or other hazardous materials environments is highly desirable.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work in a mix of office, manufacturing, and energetic material handling environments.
• Ability to be on the shop floor regularly, including standing, walking, climbing ladders, and working around heavy equipment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to strict safety protocols, especially in Energetics manufacturing areas.
• Occasional lifting and moving of equipment or parts within reasonable ergonomic limits.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Employer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
• EAP Program
• Retail Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
• Equity Grants in the Company