Spacecraft Mechanical Production Engineer (Senior-Lead)
Core
Own production engineering strategy and execution for mechanical structures and mechanism systems across multiple spacecraft programs, building scalable manufacturing processes and leading production teams.
Role type
Senior/Lead Spacecraft Mechanical Production Engineer
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical manufacturing engineering, team leadership, production strategy execution, design for manufactability, AS9100 standards, PLM/MES systems, classified hardware production, supply chain management, ground support equipment calibration, hands-on fabrication (CNC, welding, composites, additive manufacturing)
Preferred skills
spacecraft mechanical structures and mechanisms experience, equipment selection and commissioning, expertise in specific manufacturing domains (composites, metallics, bonding, tooling), environmental and qualification testing background
Technologies
PLM, MES, CNC machining, welding, additive manufacturing, composite layup, bonding, precision drilling, fastening, surface treatment
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of spacecraft mechanical production engineers; Own production engineering strategy for mechanical structures and mechanisms; Drive technical reviews with design engineering for manufacturability; Setup and scale manufacturing factory capabilities; Develop technical documentation for assembly, integration, and test; Directly support production on the floor to address bottlenecks and troubleshoot issues; Drive continuous improvements using production metrics; Engage with Supply Chain on vendor management and make/buy strategies; Oversee calibration and certification of mechanical ground support equipment
Seniority
Senior/Lead, hands-on IC with leadership scope