Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Sensors and Avionics
Core
Lead Manufacturing Engineer responsible for owning manufacturing strategy and execution for electronic, optical, and electrical assemblies of spacecraft, ensuring space-grade quality and reliability.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing engineer (spacecraft avionics and sensors)
Builds
Spacecraft subsystems including PCBA, box-level electronics, electro-optical instruments, navigation/radar assemblies, and power systems
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / High-reliability electronics manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing process development, Design for Manufacturability, root cause analysis, PFMEA, process validation, supplier technical management, statistical process control, high-reliability workmanship standards, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Satellite/spacecraft avionics manufacturing, cleanroom operations, radar/optical sensor manufacturing, harness design, automation of assembly
Technologies
Foundry, Teamcenter, Altium, AutoCAD Electrical
Responsibilities
Own manufacturing process development and documentation for PCBAs and integrated electronic units; Own processes for sensor packages, navigation/radar assemblies, and communications assemblies; Specify and qualify assembly tooling, fixtures, and test equipment; Mentor and grow engineers in avionics, sensors, and power systems; Act as technical interface to internal partners and external vendors
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC