Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer - Electric Thrusters

AST SpaceMobile; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Florida seeks a skilled Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer for electric propulsion thrusters in LEO satellite applications. The role involves developing manufacturing processes, supporting production setups, and ensuring quality in thruster systems. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering and hands-on experience with propulsion technologies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical integration and power processing units (PPUs).
• Familiarity with vacuum chamber operations and contamination control.
• Experience in cleanroom and ESD-controlled environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes for electric propulsion thrusters.
• Support production line setup and tooling design.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability.

Skills

Hands-on experience with electric propulsion systems

Cross-disciplinary collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks)

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Florida seeks a skilled Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer for electric propulsion thrusters in LEO satellite applications. The role involves developing manufacturing processes, supporting production setups, and ensuring quality in thruster systems. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering and hands-on experience with propulsion technologies.