Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer
3 weeks ago
Umbra is seeking a highly skilled Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead the development and maintenance of our space vehicle and payload production lines. This role involves collaboration with Manufacturing and Engineering teams, ensuring compliance with production processes and procedures.
The engineer will assist in developing and refining manufacturing processes while directly leading personnel to address process issues as they arise. They will also be responsible for enhancing spacecraft and payload assembly and integration processes through a strong understanding of engineering, manufacturing, machining, assembly, integration, tooling, testing, and quality assurance techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and document production procedures and processes to ensure reliable and repeatable manufacturing.
- Provide engineering support for daily production and quality processes.
- Train production personnel and leadership on both new and existing procedures.
- Assist in establishing, communicating, and executing production plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Contribute to design reviews, serving as an expert in design for manufacturing and testing.
- Oversee the introduction and implementation of new products and product revisions.
- Resolve manufacturing discrepancies and non-conformances.
- Conduct structured root cause analysis for in-process failures.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced development environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficient in system testing, electronics, and software troubleshooting.
- Excellent technical documentation and writing skills.
- Experience in supply chain and contract management, serving as a technical liaison to strategic suppliers.
Benefits:
- Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
- Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
- 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
- Stock Options
Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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