Manufacturing Engineer (Avionics)

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the aerospace sector is seeking a skilled Avionics Manufacturing Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance the reliability and performance of avionics hardware. Your expertise will be crucial in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading testing efforts for new materials. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of space technology while enjoying a supportive work environment that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Stock Options

Medical Coverage

Vision Coverage

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience in aerospace production.
• Experience with conformal coating, potting, and staking processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for avionics hardware.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure manufacturability and reliability.

Skills

Manufacturing Processes

PCB Assembly

Soldering

Conformal Coating

Staking Processes

DFM/DFA Compliance

Testing and Qualification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Automated Coating Equipment

AOI/X-ray Inspection

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Description

As an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer at Impulse, you will work with cross-disciplinary teams to build robust harnesses, boards, and other avionics hardware. Your focus will be on the build, testing, and refinement of printed circuit boards (PCBs), conformal coatings, potting, and related processes. Your expertise will directly impact the reliability and performance of systems sent into orbit and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for avionics hardware, including PCB assembly, soldering, staking, coating, and connector installation.
• Provide support for the production floor, resolving build issues, updating work instructions, and improving yields.
• Collaborate with electrical design engineers and quality teams to ensure manufacturability, DFM/DFA compliance, and long-term reliability.
• Lead qualification and testing efforts for new coatings, potting compounds, adhesives, and other materials.
• Support environmental and functional testing (vibe, thermal, EMI, etc.) and interface with test engineers on test plans and hardware readiness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience in aerospace production.
• Experience with conformal coating, potting, and staking processes.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of harnessing, soldering, or PCB manufacturing experience.
• Experience in spaceflight hardware development or high-reliability electronics environment.
• Familiarity with automated coating/soldering equipment, AOI/X-ray inspection, or PCB fabrication processes.
• IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 Certification (or equivalent).
• Background in DFM and continuous improvement methods (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Experience working in a cleanroom or ESD-controlled environment.

Additional Information

Compensation varies based on role, level, location, and market data. Full-time employees may be eligible for stock options, medical, vision, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan.

U.S. citizenship or legal authorization is required due to ITAR regulations.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing