Manufacturing Engineer III
Core
Define manufacturing operations direction for vehicle and subsystem-level architectures, ensuring innovative concepts are manufacturable from inception.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing engineer (aerospace/defense)
Builds
Engineering demonstrators, test articles, and prototype hardware for early-stage development programs
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing and supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing engineering fundamentals, welding methodologies (GMAW/GTAW), CAD systems (NX/CATIA/SolidWorks), PLM tools, project management, BOM management, process documentation, non-conformance resolution
Preferred skills
weld fixture and tooling design, spacecraft/launch vehicle integration, fluid/propulsion systems, electrical power systems, thermal protection systems, technical leadership, PMP certification
Technologies
NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, PLM tools
Responsibilities
Establish manufacturing plans for vehicle architectures, support builds of engineering demonstrators and prototype hardware, drive Design for Excellence (DFX) principles and conduct producibility assessments, develop manufacturing artifacts including production readiness assessments and tooling designs, partner with design and program teams to influence design decisions, mentor engineers and foster continuous improvement
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic direction setting