Manufacturing Engineer

Elveo; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Elveo is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support satellite production in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on creating detailed work instructions, defining process flows, and building test fixtures to enable repeatable, high-rate manufacturing.

Experience with MES and CAD tools is preferred to translate designs into manufacturable processes. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contribute to DFМ improvements, and maintain strict documentation control while collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field is required.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience creating work instructions and process documentation.
• Hands-on experience designing or building test fixtures, jigs, or tooling.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Experience with MES software.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed work instructions for assembly, integration, and test operations.
• Work with technicians and engineers to ensure processes are clear, efficient, and manufacturable.
• Design and build test fixtures, jigs, and tooling to support production and testing.
• Identify Design for Manufacturing (DFM) improvements including automation opportunities and equipment needs.
• Maintain revision control and accuracy of all manufacturing documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Process documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering, or similar)

3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering

Tools

MES software

SolidWorks

Job description

About Elveo

Elveo is what happens when two pioneers in direct-to-device (D2D) communications join forces. Elveo brings together a combined 20 years of expertise to close the coverage gap for more than 50 mobile network operators (MNOs) and major distribution partners operating in 60+ countries worldwide.

That heritage and our technology powers what we call ‘elevated intelligence’ — a new approach that processes and adapts on orbit, delivering voice and data services straight to mobile users, IoT devices and machines across enterprise, government and humanitarian sectors worldwide.

As a team, we’re on a mission to deliver powerful compute and connectivity directly to individuals and objects everywhere on Earth.

Join us, and become part of a globally inclusive company that is transforming satellite communications from a niche service to an essential global infrastructure, and democratizing connectivity for billions worldwide.

Ready to take the next step? Join us.

Job Summary

Elveo is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to support the manufacturing of satellites for our constellation. This role focuses on developing work instructions, defining process flows, and building test fixtures (jigs) to enable efficient and repeatable production. Elveo builds many spacecraft at a rapid rate, so the ideal candidate has experience working in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable translating engineering designs into clear, executable manufacturing processes. We are looking for individuals with experience using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and familiarity with CAD tools for fixture design.

Core Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth continuous production of Elveo's satellites by performing a variety of tasks which include:

• Developing and maintaining detailed work instructions for assembly, integration, and test operations




• Working with technicians and engineers to ensure processes are clear, efficient, and manufacturable




• Designing and building test fixtures, jigs, and tooling to support production and testing




• Identifying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) improvements including opportunities to automate processes and develop/procure equipment needed to support this.




• Maintaining revision control and ensuring accuracy of all manufacturing documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering, or similar)




• 3+ years of experience




• Experience creating work instructions and process documentation in a manufacturing environment




• Hands-on experience designing or building test fixtures, jigs, or tooling




• Experience with maintaining work instruction in MES software




• Demonstrated ability to stay organized in fast-paced environments




• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)




• Strong communication ability

ITAR Requirements:

To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations (ITAR), applicants must be one of the following: (i) a U.S. citizen or national, (ii) a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158. Individuals who do not meet these criteria must be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. For more information, please refer to the ITAR guidelines.

Learn about ITAR here.

Job Location

Chantilly, VA