Manufacturing Engineer

Frontier Aerospace; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support design-to-production in-space propulsion components. You will help design manufacturing processes, improve producibility, and work closely with design, quality, supply chain, and production teams to ensure aerospace quality standards are met.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering disciplines, implementation of lean manufacturing practices, and development of work instructions for assembly, test, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in aerospace manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of GD&T and lean manufacturing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design manufacturing processes for a production facility.
• Analyze assembly, fabrication, machining, and other processes.
• Maximize efficiency by optimizing layout of equipment, workflow, and workforce.
• Determine parts, equipment, tools, and processes needed to meet specs.
• Create work instructions and procedures; coordinate tooling and supplier interfaces.
• Provide producibility input for project plans and document best practices.
• Generate as-built reports for technical data package delivery.
• Support production with technical issue resolution and schedule planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Creo

AutoCAD

Windchill PLM

ION Factory OS

Job description

About Frontier Aerospace Corporation

Frontier Aerospace Corporation conceptualizes, designs, proves, and additively manufactures in-space and launch system rocket propulsion thrusters. From concept ideation to product development to qualification testing to customer delivery, we have a proven philosophy and the in-house resources necessary to design, build, test, and deliver reliable, high-performance liquid propellant thrusters for our nation's critical in-space, commercial, civilian, and defense applications. Whether they are used for attitude control, orbit transfer,lunar and exo-moon landing, deep-space missions, or high-thrust divert systems, Frontier's thrusters meet the most demanding requirements.

Our customers are hungry for a propulsion supplier who can reliably meet their requirements and who is responsive to their needs. Frontier’s mission is to do just that, by advancing breakthrough propulsion technologies and providing industry-leading customer responsiveness. Ultimately, it’s our fantastic team of dedicated professionals and hard-working tradespeople who make this a reality. As a small, but rapidly growing company, there are many opportunities for our team members to grow and take on new and exciting responsibilities – to be more than just another worker. Come make a difference and share in our success!

Manufacturing Engineer

Come join our growing team where you will get to make a difference daily by continuing to help build our reputation for quality, responsiveness, and the ability to handle complex products. To grow our team, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support the Company's new and ongoing production activities. This role ensures products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and in compliance with aerospace quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with design, quality, supply chain, and production teams to drive continuous improvement and support new product introductions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design manufacturing processes for a production facility.


• Analyze assembly, fabrication, machining, and other processes.


• Maximize efficiency by optimization of layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization.


• Determine the parts, equipment, tools, and processes needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications.


• Assist in providing producibility information for inclusion in project plans and helps document producibility best practices.


• Create Work Instructions, define processes and procedures, coordinate tooling, interface with customer on manufacturing related product build issues and actions.


• May conduct time and cost analysis of processes.


• Oversight of plan execution by teams of technicians.


• Redlining active travelers to incorporate changes and deviations.


• Closely work with both design and quality engineering to meet product specifications.


• Work closely with outside component and process suppliers.


• Generate as-built reports for technical data package delivery.


• Support manufacturing technicians with technical issues during production; Coordinates with engineering team to resolve issues.


• Provide production schedules and lead times for assigned projects or products.


• Support Program Management with production timelines and schedules to provide manufacturing milestones to the customer.


• Generate work instructions and standard operating procedures to produce and test propulsion systems as required in the production and development process.

Relevant Experience and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.


• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments.


• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, composites, assembly, additive manufacturing, and precision fabrication.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) products.


• Experience with CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD).


• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).


• Understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.


• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.


• Experience in all elements of manufacturing from design development, re-engineering, to assembly/integration and test.


• Must possess thorough knowledge of materials planning systems (MRP/ERP) requirements and order generation process logic.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience establishing manufacturing build plans.


• Experience with PTC Windchill PLM and First Resonance ION Factory OS.

Employment Criteria:

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.