Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer – Space & Defense

Voyager Technologies; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Gym membership reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Folsom, CA is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer I to support manufacturing process development for inert electromechanical assemblies and energetic SRM operations. This entry‑level role provides hands‑on training, mentorship, and exposure to DACS assembly processes and propellant manufacturing.

The role emphasizes developing technical competency, writing instructions, participating in readiness reviews, and maintaining documentation across Folsom and Reno operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited university (0-2 years experience).
• Foundational understanding of manufacturing processes and GD&T principles.
• Ability to produce clear, organized technical documentation (work instructions, process summaries, reports).
• Familiarity with CAD viewing tools (SolidWorks, CREO) and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing process development for inert DACS electromechanical assemblies and energetic SRM manufacturing operations.
• Develop, write, and maintain work instructions, travelers, process specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Participate in DFM&A, PRR, and program milestones; identify manufacturability considerations.
• Support tooling activities, including requirements identification and maintenance documentation.
• Monitor process variables, collect data, and elevate deviations from process control points.
• Support RCCA investigations and contribute to process improvement activities.
• Maintain configuration management and traceability for manufacturing artifacts with QA.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T understanding

Technical documentation

Analytical problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CREO

MS Office

Job description

Voyager Technologies in Folsom, CA is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer I to support manufacturing process development for inert electromechanical assemblies and energetic SRM operations. This entry‑level role provides hands‑on training, mentorship, and exposure to DACS assembly processes and propellant manufacturing.

The role emphasizes developing technical competency, writing instructions, participating in readiness reviews, and maintaining documentation across Folsom and Reno operations.