Manufacturing Engineer I - Test & Launch Structures
Core
Support manufacturing and integration activities for launch site hardware, structural systems, and ground support equipment at the Cape Canaveral launch facility.
Role type
Junior Manufacturing Engineer (Launch Systems)
Builds
Launch site hardware, structural builds, tooling, and ground support equipment for rocket launches
Domain
Aerospace / Space Launch / Manufacturing
Required skills
CAD software (NX, Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA), reading engineering drawings and GD&T, fabrication techniques (drilling, machining, metrology, lifting/rigging), structural hardware integration, troubleshooting manufacturing issues
Preferred skills
Life-cycle structural build experience, large steel/aluminum systems, mechanical systems/mechanisms, proof/qualification testing, AFSPCMAN 91-710 compliance, DoD/NASA project experience
Technologies
NX, Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA
Responsibilities
Support fabrication and integration of structural hardware and ground support equipment; Review engineering drawings and specifications to identify issues; Coordinate with engineering, technicians, and vendors on hardware builds and testing; Apply field fabrication techniques; Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing issues; Document activities and communicate progress to cross-functional teams
Seniority
Entry-level (Level I), hands-on IC
