Manufacturing Engineer II
Core
Overseeing process improvements and product revisions for the Rutherford rocket engine, ensuring production processes are documented and compliant with quality and safety standards.
Role type
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Propulsion)
Builds
Rutherford rocket engines and related propulsion components
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
process improvement, root cause analysis, tooling design, lean manufacturing, automation integration, design for manufacture, value stream mapping, factory layout design, equipment selection, FAT/SAT commissioning
Preferred skills
fluid mechanics, structural mechanics, aerospace materials, turbomachinery assembly, combustion device testing, welding processes (TIG, EB, laser), heat treating, metal forming, additive manufacturing, CNC machining, PFMEA/DFMEA
Technologies
MRP systems, quality management systems, 3D printing, CNC machines
Responsibilities
Develop and document production processes and testing procedures; interface with quality team to resolve issues and lead corrective actions; design and implement tooling and equipment; lead continuous improvement using lean tools; introduce automation and link equipment data to MRP; contribute to design reviews and supplier assessments; perform value stream mapping and cell design; implement factory layouts and commission equipment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC