Propulsion Avionics Manufacturing Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Comprehensive medical/vision/dental

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to shape the avionics manufacturing line for Raptor engines. You will develop, qualify, and automate manufacturing and test processes for PCBAs, sensors, and harnessing.

The role emphasizes ownership of the production line and close collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in engineering and at least 1 year in manufacturing, with hands-on experience in sensor tech and harsh-environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment (internships allowed).
• Experience with sensors, electronics packaging, and harsh-environment hardware.

Responsibilities

• Build the line that builds the parts.
• Develop and qualify manufacturing processes for avionics production.
• Maintain ownership over the production line including tooling, quality, and safety.
• Create and maintain production work instructions and maintenance planning.
• Oversee introduction of new products and revisions, often multiple at once.
• Interface with vendors, supply chain and internal teams for changes.
• Partner with production teams for on-time flight-ready delivery.
• Investigate failures, document findings, drive corrective actions.

Skills

Sensor knowledge

Electronics packaging

Data analysis (Python/MATLAB)

Team collaboration

Manufacturing process optimization

Harsh environment design

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Wire bonding

Laser welding

Epoxy dispense

Soldering

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to shape the avionics manufacturing line for Raptor engines. You will develop, qualify, and automate manufacturing and test processes for PCBAs, sensors, and harnessing.

The role emphasizes ownership of the production line and close collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in engineering and at least 1 year in manufacturing, with hands-on experience in sensor tech and harsh-environment