Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer – Onsite in San Jose

Muon Space, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Muon Space, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a seasoned aerospace manufacturing team.

This onsite role focuses on enabling cost-efficient, reliable production and manufacturability of satellite components. You will collaborate with design engineers, document assembly and test sequences, specify tooling, support hands-on assembly, perform root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design engineers early to influence satellite designs for manufacturability, testability and ease of integration.
• Plan and document detailed assembly and test sequences for satellite components and systems.
• Write, update and manage assembly procedures and work instructions according to drawings, specs and quality standards.
• Identify and specify requirements for assembly aids such as jigs, fixtures and tooling and support their design, procurement and validation.
• Work with technicians during hands-on assembly and test to ensure process compliance, troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action for process-related issues during assembly and test.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, quality and safety.
• Maintain documentation and records of procedures, tools and lessons learned.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Reading drawings

Written and verbal communication

Analytical problem solving

Wiring diagrams interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

PLM

MES

Job description

Muon Space, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a seasoned aerospace manufacturing team.

This onsite role focuses on enabling cost-efficient, reliable production and manufacturability of satellite components. You will collaborate with design engineers, document assembly and test sequences, specify tooling, support hands-on assembly, perform root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.