Manufacturing Engineer (Integration Facing)

Venusaero; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

stock options

medical benefits

flex‑Friday flexible schedule

unlimited PTO

professional development opportunities

Job summary

Venus Aerospace in Houston is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Integration Facing) to translate ambitious concepts into scalable hardware by shaping foundational processes, launching new capabilities, and solving high‑impact manufacturing challenges. You will collaborate across disciplines to drive speed, reliability and innovation in production.

As the technical translator between Engineering and Integration, you will design tooling, write assembly instructions, and lead process development

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or 10+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in aerospace manufacturing preferred.
• Exposure to ASME/AS9100 standards and test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Write clear assembly instructions and develop component-level test plans.
• Translate engineering requirements for integration and design tooling.
• Develop processes, identify tooling needs, and validate workflows.
• Assess capabilities and determine tooling for integration efforts.
• Collaborate with design teams on manufacturing capabilities and cost drivers.
• Resolve build issues with inventive solutions and real-time problem solving.
• Lead teams deploying new manufacturing processes and future capabilities.
• Work with industry experts to integrate key technologies into workflows.
• Maintain organized, up-to-date documentation.

Skills

CAD software

NX

CATIA

PLM/ERP systems

Digital workflows

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Who We Are:

Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.

The Role:

Manufacturing Engineer (Integration Facing)

Join a fast‑growing startup where your engineering expertise helps advance the way breakthrough technologies are built. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will turn ambitious concepts into real, scalable hardware by shaping foundational processes, launching new capabilities, and solving high‑impact challenges that define our manufacturing future. You will collaborate across disciplines, influence how products come to life, and contribute to a mission focused on building with greater speed, reliability, and innovation. If you thrive on ownership, hands‑on problem solving, and meaningful impact, this role gives you the opportunity to accelerate a transformative vision.

Responsibilities

• Write clear, accurate assembly instructions and develop component‑level test plans
• Act as the key technical translator between Engineering and Integration, capturing engineering requirements and intent while designing the necessary test plans and tooling for execution
• Drive process development by identifying workflow gaps, designing required tooling, and validating the resulting processes
• Conduct process planning by assessing capabilities and determining tooling requirements for integration efforts
• Collaborate directly with design teams, keeping them informed of manufacturing capabilities and the assembly steps that drive cost
• Develop inventive solutions to complex problems and resolve build issues in real time
• Lead mixed teams through the stand‑up and deployment of new manufacturing processes while developing long‑term plans to establish future capabilities
• Collaborate with industry experts to identify key technologies and lead initiatives to integrate them into manufacturing workflows
• Maintain clear, organized, and up‑to‑date documentation

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing (Aerospace preferred)
• Engineering degree or 10+ years of hands‑on manufacturing experience
• High proficiency with computers and digital workflow tools
• Familiarity with CAD software; NX and CATIA experience strongly preferred
• Proven experience working with complex assemblies and associated test procedures
• Comfortable working directly with physical product during builds, tests, and process validation
• Experience with PLM or ERP systems
• Exposure to ASME/AS9100 industry standards

Location:

On‑site in Houston, TX

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• stock options
• medical benefits, including dental and vision
• flex‑Friday flexible schedule
• unlimited PTO
• receive professional development opportunities

ITAR Requirements

This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be able to meet ITAR requirements (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). You can learn more about ITAR here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

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