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Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

🌐 Remote💼 Full-time💰 $145,000–$185,000🗓 2026-09-24

Core

Oversee production of propulsion subsystems (including advanced welded assemblies) for high-orbit satellites, integrating them onto vehicles while meeting cost and schedule targets.

Role type

Senior IC manufacturing engineer (propulsion/space)

Builds

Propulsion subsystems for high-orbit satellites

Domain

Aerospace / Space propulsion

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

CAD design, advanced manufacturing process development, tooling design, precision welding, GD&T interpretation, manufacturing infrastructure management

Preferred skills

Robotic/automated welding, electric/chemical propulsion systems, MES/ERP software, pressurized systems operation, Reliability and Mission Assurance

Technologies

CAD, MES, ERP

Responsibilities

Manage production of propulsion subsystems and advanced welded assemblies; Design and build or source tooling and equipment for propulsion components; Develop manufacturing processes meeting rigorous standards; Manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain capabilities; Work closely with teams to deliver subsystems on time and at expected quality; Assist in recruiting and hiring teammates

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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