Hands-On Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer — 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Apollopros; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollopros in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer on the 2nd shift to support production of mechanical hardware used in life support systems for Orion/Artemis missions. The role is onsite in Windsor Locks with hands-on engineering duties in lab and shop-floor environments.

You will develop methods, troubleshoot assembly issues, and implement improvements to ensure quality and production readiness while collaborating with operators, technicians, and leadership.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with relevant experience.
• Experience working hands-on in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems, including SAP and/or Solumina.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and maintain mechanical manufacturing methods.
• Create and update manufacturing assembly instructions for technicians.
• Provide technical support to production operators and lab personnel.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues encountered during assembly.
• Implement improvements to build quality, reduce rework, and streamline manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and quality standards.
• Evaluate build challenges and recommend tooling, fixturing, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams during daily manufacturing operations.

Skills

US Citizenship

Troubleshooting

Laboratory experience

Technical communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

SAP

Solumina

Job description

Apollopros in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer on the 2nd shift to support production of mechanical hardware used in life support systems for Orion/Artemis missions. The role is onsite in Windsor Locks with hands-on engineering duties in lab and shop-floor environments.

You will develop methods, troubleshoot assembly issues, and implement improvements to ensure quality and production readiness while collaborating with operators, technicians, and leadership.