CareerPlan

Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

San FranciscoFull-time$115k–$145k2026-10-30 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Oversee production of propulsion subsystems for high-orbit satellites, including component assembly, subsystem integration, and factory infrastructure management.

Role type

Manufacturing Engineer (Propulsion)

Builds

Propulsion subsystems for high-orbit satellites

Domain

Aerospace / Space Propulsion

Required skills

CAD design, complex hardware construction management, manufacturing process development, tooling and equipment design, stakeholder management, cost and schedule control

Preferred skills

Propulsion or aerospace welding engineering, electric or chemical space propulsion manufacturing, Machining, Welding, Fixture/Tool & Die design, MES/ERP software, GD&T, industry standards (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs), pressurized systems operation, Reliability and Mission Assurance

Technologies

CAD, MES, ERP

Responsibilities

Manage production of propulsion subsystems, design and source tooling/equipment, build and maintain satellite manufacturing infrastructure, develop manufacturing processes meeting rigorous standards, collaborate with teams to deliver on time and quality, assist in recruiting teammates

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC