Space & Fusion Optics Manufacturing Engineer

U.S. Fusion Energy; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fusion Energy is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to support production of precision optical components and assemblies for satellite telescope systems and high energy optics.

Translate customer requirements into manufacturable technical documentation, optimize workflows, and ensure quality compliance in a high-precision environment. The role bridges engineering design and production execution, requiring hands-on manufacturing knowledge and strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD/layout and engineering drawing creation.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and QA principles.
• Experience creating work instructions and production documents.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer specifications into detailed drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Create and maintain process routing sheets, travelers, and methods.
• Develop and control manufacturing procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Ensure alignment between engineering intent, production capability, and quality requirements.

Skills

CAD software

Manufacturing processes

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Creo

Job description

U.S. Fusion Energy is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to support production of precision optical components and assemblies for satellite telescope systems and high energy optics.

Translate customer requirements into manufacturable technical documentation, optimize workflows, and ensure quality compliance in a high-precision environment. The role bridges engineering design and production execution, requiring hands-on manufacturing knowledge and strong documentation skills.