Mission-Critical Production Engineer – Defense Systems

Banner-Defense,-Inc.-; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Defense in Huntsville (AL) seeks a Production Engineer with an active DoD Secret clearance to verify missile flight hardware meets baseline standards. You will evaluate contractor designs, enforce mission assurance criteria, and participate in critical baseline reviews to ensure readiness for flight testing.

The role requires 7+ years in missile defense or related DoD programs, strong technical writing, and practical knowledge of AIAA S-113 and similar standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM fields required.
• 7+ years in missile defense or DoD programs.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship).
• Knowledge of AIAA S-113 and related standards.
• Ability to interpret drawings, ECOs/ECPs and manufacturing work instructions.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Audit prime contractor engineering designs, drawing packages, manufacturing processes, and assembly records to ensure end items meet baseline specs and flight-worthiness requirements.
• Apply AIAA S-113 and related standards to assess ordnance, explosive devices, pyrotechnic systems, pressure vessels, and propulsion subsystems across design and production phases.
• Participate in SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, FRR baseline reviews with objective evidence for mission assurance before integration and flight test.
• Evaluate MRB dispositions, deviations, waivers, and oversee FRBs to ensure CAPA implementation.
• Review and approve QTPs/ATPs and serve as on-site engineering witness during critical testing events.
• Lead IPT meetings with supplier partners to maintain schedule alignment and drive issue resolution.

Skills

AIAA S-113 knowledge

Technical writing

Schematic reading

DoD program experience

Clearance: DoD Secret

IPT leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Job description

Banner Defense in Huntsville (AL) seeks a Production Engineer with an active DoD Secret clearance to verify missile flight hardware meets baseline standards. You will evaluate contractor designs, enforce mission assurance criteria, and participate in critical baseline reviews to ensure readiness for flight testing.

The role requires 7+ years in missile defense or related DoD programs, strong technical writing, and practical knowledge of AIAA S-113 and similar standards.