Payloads Manufacturing Engineer II - Space Systems

Telemetry Today LLC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term cash awards

Job summary

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II (Payloads) to own the manufacturing and integration of mission-critical payload systems. You will translate design requirements into production-ready processes and work hands-on with technicians to ensure payloads meet stringent quality and cleanliness standards.

In this role you will collaborate with design and vehicle integration teams, develop detailed instructions, and drive DFx feedback, acceptance testing, and

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or related field; 1–3+ years experience
• Experience manufacturing or integrating complex electromechanical assemblies
• Ability to read engineering drawings and ICDs; GD&T familiarity
• Experience developing assembly procedures and acceptance test plans
• Strong communication skills; able to interface with customers and teams
• Physical ability to lift 25 lbs and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end manufacturing and assembly processes for payload systems
• Develop and maintain work instructions, assembly travelers, process specs, and ATPs
• Interface with payload customers translating requirements into production processes
• Implement contamination control and cleanliness protocols for sensitive hardware
• Collaborate with design engineers to provide DFM/DFA feedback
• Define and execute payload acceptance testing and inspections
• Lead root cause analysis and MRB dispositions with engineering and customers
• Coordinate payload milestones with vehicle integration team

Skills

Reading drawings & ICDs

GD&T knowledge

DFM/DFA feedback

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Process documentation

Cleanroom handling

Mechanical assembly experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering

1–3+ years aerospace/manufacturing experience

Tools

ICD management

Process validation software

Job description

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II (Payloads) to own the manufacturing and integration of mission-critical payload systems. You will translate design requirements into production-ready processes and work hands-on with technicians to ensure payloads meet stringent quality and cleanliness standards.

In this role you will collaborate with design and vehicle integration teams, develop detailed instructions, and drive DFx feedback, acceptance testing, and