Space Machining Engineer & Additive Manufacturing Associate

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, Machining Associate (Winter 2027) to own the full lifecycle of machined and additive components for space hardware.

You will collaborate with mechanical engineering, drive DFM/Tolerance stackups, develop production processes, tooling, and inspection procedures on the factory floor. The role blends hands-on machining with high-level process ownership, applying GD&T, 5-axis CNC, LPBF metal/additive systems, and written work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Hands-on machining experience with manual or CNC.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, NX).
• Experience with CAM software (Fusion, Esprit, Siemens NX, Magics, or similar).
• Fundamentals of GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Must be onsite 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Design and build the factory that builds satellites.
• Grow and improve manufacturing processes.
• Implement lean systems for continuous improvement.
• Own 5S activities in machining and additive manufacturing spaces.
• Work with design engineering teams to drive DFM, including tolerance stackup analysis.
• Develop and qualify manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Operate and develop in-house additive manufacturing capabilities (LPBF).
• Write work instructions, work order templates, process specifications, and other build documents.
• Collaborate with supplier quality and contract manufacturers to develop their processes.
• Troubleshoot non-conformances on the floor and drive corrective actions.
• Assist in machining and programming operations for R&D and production.
• Assist in designing and creating fixturing for production.

Skills

Machining experience

GD&T fundamentals

Engineering drawings

On-site work

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks / Creo / NX

CAM software (Fusion, Esprit, Siemens NX, Magics)

CMM inspection

Job description

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, Machining Associate (Winter 2027) to own the full lifecycle of machined and additive components for space hardware.

You will collaborate with mechanical engineering, drive DFM/Tolerance stackups, develop production processes, tooling, and inspection procedures on the factory floor. The role blends hands-on machining with high-level process ownership, applying GD&T, 5-axis CNC, LPBF metal/additive systems, and written work