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Manufacturing Engineer I, Paint and TPS

Long Beach (CA)💼 Full-time💰 $90,000–$90,000🗓 2026-08-03 → 2026-09-26

Core

Own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System materials from design release through successful installation onto the Terran R launch vehicle, laying out build flows to ensure efficient, high-quality processes capable of scaling production.

Role type

Manufacturing Engineer I (Paint and TPS)

Builds

Terran R reusable rocket production lines and thermal protection systems

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing, rocketry

Deliverable

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

Required skills

3D & 2D design/drafting (ASME Y14.5M, NX preferred), adhesive bonding, coating processes, machining, mechanical fastening and torquing operations, trim and drill operations, composites manufacturing, critical lifting, tool design and fabrication, work center development, trade studies using first principles

Preferred skills

New product introduction of aerospace hardware, managing multiple projects in fast-paced environment, manufacturing execution systems, quality management systems

Technologies

NX, ASME Y14.5M

Responsibilities

Drive first build efforts and improve existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build work order creation, and specification authoring; Support the shop floor and production personnel through responsive issue resolution and provide upstream feedback; Monitor large scale part movements and ensure safety through clear and concise direction; Develop strong working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC

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