Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, Solar Array
Core
Drive full-scale production of solar arrays and avionics hardware for human-rated space stations and satellites, ensuring quality and reliability from design to assembly.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (Solar Array)
Builds
Solar arrays, avionics hardware, and related ground support equipment for space stations and satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Space Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Solar array manufacturing processes, composite fabrication, tooling design, project management, root cause analysis, supplier management, hands-on assembly and testing, CAD software proficiency, industry standards knowledge (IPC/NASA)
Preferred skills
Adhesive bonding, cell-level processes (IV testing, CIC lay-up), stringer machine operation, thermal vacuum testing, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma
Technologies
Siemens NX, stringer machines, thermal vacuum chambers, GSE
Responsibilities
Collaborate with design teams on manufacturability feedback, develop manufacturing processes and work instructions, design and implement tooling, support environmental and deployment testing, resolve manufacturing challenges via root cause analysis, mentor colleagues on best practices, manage supplier quality and delivery
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC