Space Vehicle Integration Engineer III

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking an Vehicle Integration Engineer III to support the integration of launch vehicles through assembly, testing, and troubleshooting processes. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure seamless vehicle integration and operation.

This role emphasizes hands-on execution in fast-paced environments, including cleanroom and manufacturing areas, with travel and off-shift support as needed to meet program schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of aerospace vehicle integration experience.
• Experience with system-level testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with CAD software and PLM/ERP tools.

Responsibilities

• Support vehicle integration activities, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and propulsion system integration.
• Develop and execute integration plans, procedures, and timelines for vehicle assembly and testing.
• Work with design and manufacturing teams to ensure hardware is properly integrated and operational.
• Provide hands-on support for vehicle integration with technicians and engineers.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving integration issues to maintain schedules.
• Contribute to best practices for system integration, testing, and verification.
• Support environmental and functional tests on integrated aerospace vehicles.
• Document integration procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Hands-on engineering

Reading drawings/schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

PLM tools

ERP systems

DFMA principles

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking an Vehicle Integration Engineer III to support the integration of launch vehicles through assembly, testing, and troubleshooting processes. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure seamless vehicle integration and operation.

This role emphasizes hands-on execution in fast-paced environments, including cleanroom and manufacturing areas, with travel and off-shift support as needed to meet program schedules.