Sr Manufacturing Engineer, Paint and TPS
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 flow to ensure an efficient, high-quality process capable of scaling production rate.
Role type
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Paint & TPS)
Builds
Terran R reusable rocket production lines
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing
Required skills
adhesive bonding, coating processes, machining, mechanical fastening and torquing operations, trim and drill operations, composites manufacturing, critical lifting, tool design and fabrication
Preferred skills
new product introduction of aerospace hardware, leading or mentoring engineering teams
Technologies
none stated
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; Identify, develop, and implement new manufacturing capabilities to increase capability, quality, and throughput; Mentor other engineers and team members through technical and non-technical decision making; Develop strong working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC