Avionics Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Own the full manufacturing process of avionics hardware, including PCBA and sensors manufacturing, electromechanical assembly, and environmental testing for launch vehicles and spacecraft.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (Avionics)
Builds
Avionics hardware (PCBA, sensors, electromechanical assemblies) for SpaceX launch vehicles and spacecraft
Domain
Aerospace / Avionics Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing hardware)
Required skills
Design for manufacturability, Design for testability, Equipment selection and qualification, Tooling design and validation, Root cause analysis, Engineering documentation creation, Training development, 3D CAD modeling, GD&T, Rapid prototyping, SQL databases
Preferred skills
Experience with automated equipment, Mechanical machining principles, Technical drawing reviews, Presentation delivery for design reviews
Technologies
3D CAD software, SQL databases
Responsibilities
Act as primary liaison between engineering, supply chain, and production to meet rate objectives; Implement and automate high-reliability manufacturing processes; Select and qualify new equipment; Design and validate tooling for repeatability; Contribute to design reviews as DFM/DFT expert; Troubleshoot non-conforming products and lead failure investigations; Prepare engineering documentation for production transition; Develop training requirements for production personnel
Seniority
Individual Contributor (1+ years required, 3+ preferred)