Space Systems Manufacturing Engineer – Lead, High-Reliability

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous PTO and family planning support

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

A defense technology firm in California is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing strategies for spacecraft hardware. This role involves optimizing production processes, managing quality assurance, and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, a relevant engineering degree, and a deep understanding of industry standards. Comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary range, and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering for aerospace or defense sectors.
• Expertise in PCBA manufacturing processes and box-level assembly.
• Hands-on experience in quality assurance and process validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process development for spacecraft hardware.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing techniques and quality.
• Establish relationships with suppliers to enhance quality and manufacturability.

Skills

Aerospace standards knowledge

Manufacturing process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Technical communication

Mentoring and development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle)

CAD/3D modeling software

Job description

A defense technology firm in California is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing strategies for spacecraft hardware. This role involves optimizing production processes, managing quality assurance, and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, a relevant engineering degree, and a deep understanding of industry standards. Comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary range, and opportunities for professional development are offered.