Manufacturing Engineer (Integration Facing)

Lever, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock options

Medical benefits

Flex Friday

Job summary

Venus Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer focused on integration to turn bold concepts into scalable hardware. You will translate requirements into test plans, tooling, and manufacturing steps, collaborating across design and production to accelerate build readiness in a fast-growing aerospace startup.

You will own process development, design tooling, validate workflows, and help establish future capabilities while working on-site in Houston.

Qualifications

• 5+ years manufacturing experience (Aerospace preferred).
• Engineering degree or 10+ years hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with CAD software; NX and CATIA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Manufacturing exp

CAD familiarity

Test planning

Cross-functional collab

Education

Engineering degree or 10+ years hands-on experience

Tools

NX

CATIA

PLM

ERP

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.

What You'll Get To Do

• 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

What You Have

• 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 <li>Familiarity with CAD software; NX and CATIA experience strongly preferred</li>
• 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:Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and 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.

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