Manufacturing Engineer

Redwire; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer in Goleta, CA to own the manufacturing scope for new programs and develop robust processes. You will work with design teams on GSE, ensure high‑reliability hardware, and support production planning, documentation, and readiness reviews.

You will lead fabrication setup, implement improvements, and train staff while maintaining safety and environmental compliance. The role requires 2–4 years in manufacturing engineering, proficiency with SolidWorks, and

Qualifications

• B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering or related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing engineering or production support role.
• Experience with RCCA methodology.
• Background or strong understanding of GSE and tooling design.
• Ability to design and document manufacturing processes, including sequencing and process controls.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Project management skills and the ability to work to schedule and budget commitments.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks.
• Ability to travel 10–15% (mostly local, occasional overnight).
• US Citizen or Green Card holder (Visa sponsorship not available).

Responsibilities

• Set up production lines, including layout optimization, capacity planning, work instructions, tooling, and equipment.
• Lead production planning and execution activities for assigned programs.
• Ensure all manufacturing procedures comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Identify and implement best practices, process improvements, and KPI‑driven performance initiatives.
• Train staff in new and existing manufacturing procedures.
• May act as a lead for technicians and junior manufacturing engineers.
• Anticipate production challenges, develop mitigation plans, and resolve issues with minimal direction.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including activity reports, project plans, test procedures, and work instructions.
• Investigate and resolve non‑conformances; write rework instructions and dispositions.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Provide manufacturability feedback and requirements for Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and specialized tooling.
• Support design reviews, configuration control processes, and production readiness reviews.

Skills

RCCA methodology

Technical writing

Project management

Communication skills

GSE/tooling design understanding

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering or related engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Visio

MS Project

PLM/MES systems

Job description

Redwire is accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.

Redwire’s Goleta facility is Made for the Mission, delivering advanced power generation technologies that enable spacecraft to operate reliably across every orbit and mission profile. With proprietary designs, deep technical expertise, and large‑scale production capabilities, the team develops solar array solutions tailored to each customer’s size, power, and orbital needs. At the heart of these offerings is Redwire’s patented Roll‑Out Solar Array (ROSA), an award‑winning system that uses composite booms and modular photovoltaic blankets to create compactly stowable, highly efficient solar arrays. These mission‑proven power systems have supported successful deployments across LEO, GEO, and deep space missions, including the ISS, NASA’s IXPE mission, and NASA’s DART mission.

We have a current opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to support the production of advanced solar array technologies at our Goleta, CA facility. In this role, you will take ownership of manufacturing scope for assigned programs, leading the development and documentation of new manufacturing processes, supporting production planning and execution, collaborating with design teams on Ground Support Equipment (GSE), and ensuring high‑reliability hardware is built to meet mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up production lines, including layout optimization, capacity planning, work instructions, tooling, and equipment
• Lead production planning and execution activities for assigned programs
• Ensure all manufacturing procedures comply with safety and environmental regulations
• Identify and implement best practices, process improvements, and KPI‑driven performance initiatives
• Train staff in new and existing manufacturing procedures
• May act as a lead for technicians and junior manufacturing engineers
• Anticipate production challenges, develop mitigation plans, and resolve issues with minimal direction
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including activity reports, project plans, test procedures, and work instructions
• Investigate and resolve non‑conformances; write rework instructions and dispositions
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve issues and prevent recurrence
• Provide manufacturability feedback and requirements for Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and specialized tooling
• Support design reviews, configuration control processes, and production readiness reviews

Basic Requirements

• B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline with 2–4 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing engineering or production support role
• Experience with RCCA methodology
• Background or strong understanding of GSE and tooling design
• Ability to design and document manufacturing processes, including sequencing and process controls
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to develop and implement solutions to technical problems of moderate to high complexity
• Project management skills and the ability to work to schedule and budget commitments
• Proficiency with SolidWorks
• Ability to travel 10–15% (mostly local, occasional overnight)
• US Citizen or Green Card holder (Visa sponsorship not available)

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Experience working with solar arrays or aerospace structures
• Proficiency with Visio and MS Project
• Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Exposure to PLM/MES systems

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Pay Range $90,000 - $120,000/yr.

How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)

Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry‑specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here