Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer - Space Systems

Varda Space Industries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 140,333 - 179,314; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO policy

100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Fully stocked kitchen with meals provided

Job summary

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer to oversee manufacturing processes for propulsion systems. This role involves end-to-end production management, ensuring high quality and efficiency in manufacturing and assembly processes.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of related aerospace experience. You will work closely with design engineers to drive production improvements and compliance with cleanliness protocols.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with propulsion systems or aerospace.
• Hands-on experience with tube fabrication and assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing processes for propulsion system production.
• Develop work instructions for high-pressure fluid systems.
• Lead root cause analysis for propulsion non-conformances.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Manufacturing systems

Problem-solving

Hands-on fabrication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related discipline

M.S. in Mechanical engineering specialized in Fluid Mechanics

Tools

High-pressure fluid systems

Engineering drawings

Job description

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer to oversee manufacturing processes for propulsion systems. This role involves end-to-end production management, ensuring high quality and efficiency in manufacturing and assembly processes.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of related aerospace experience. You will work closely with design engineers to drive production improvements and compliance with cleanliness protocols.