Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer — Process Improvement

Terran Orbital Corporation; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company-paid medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Terran Orbital seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes for satellite structures and mechanisms. You will support design-to-build transitions, drive process improvements, and collaborate across engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure high-quality output.

You will work in a fast-paced, high-mix environment, coordinating with stakeholders and providing hands-on floor support to resolve issues and ensure successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum two years in Manufacturing Engineering in a high-reliability setting.
• Design software experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, aerospace standards.
• Experience with DFMEA/FMEA, SPC, and root-cause analysis.
• Works well in an integrated team with technicians, engineers, and managers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical focus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (D365, Aegis).
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• U.S. Person or permanent resident to comply with export regs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for satellite structures, subassemblies, and components.
• Assist with tooling, fixtures, and jigs for efficient assembly and testing.
• Collaborate with Engineering on redlines and drawings corrections.
• Provide hands-on engineering support to the production floor to resolve issues.
• Support transition from design to full-scale manufacturing and ramp-up.
• Drive continuous process improvements for efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to optimize manufacturability and costs.
• Coordinate with Quality and Supply Chain to ensure standards compliance.
• Represent engineering in program and production meetings with leadership.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing and test discrepancies with Design teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

D365

Aegis

Job description

Terran Orbital seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes for satellite structures and mechanisms. You will support design-to-build transitions, drive process improvements, and collaborate across engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure high-quality output.

You will work in a fast-paced, high-mix environment, coordinating with stakeholders and providing hands-on floor support to resolve issues and ensure successful