Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Rocket Propulsion

Firehawk; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental & Vision plans

Flexible 9/80 schedule

On-site snacks

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

Firehawk Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for rocket motor systems, collaborating with design and quality teams to ensure efficient, scalable operations.

This hands-on role requires strong manufacturing principles, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement, with exposure to DFMA, LAT, and tooling. The company offers a robust benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical, or aerospace engineering.
• 8+ years in manufacturing engineering in aerospace/defense or related industry.
• Strong ownership mentality and ability to lead new product manufacturing design processes flow.
• Experience with manufacturing process documentation including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and control plans.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DFMA.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling software (PTC Creo/Windchill or equivalent) and PLM systems like Deltek Costpoint.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance and travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize integration and manufacturing processes for rocket motor systems.
• Collaborate with design engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and provide DFMA feedback.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing plans.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency.
• Establish LAT capability and support ongoing LAT activities.
• Support procurement and implementation of tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
• Develop validation and qualification plans for new processes, equipment, and materials.
• Collaborate with quality to ensure compliance with standards and customer requirements.
• Support automation and advanced manufacturing technologies integration.
• Generate KPIs and drive performance improvements.
• Assist in proposal development as required.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

DFMA

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo/Windchill

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Firehawk Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for rocket motor systems, collaborating with design and quality teams to ensure efficient, scalable operations.

This hands-on role requires strong manufacturing principles, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement, with exposure to DFMA, LAT, and tooling. The company offers a robust benefits package and growth opportunities.