Structures Manufacturing Engineer - Space Startup (Equity, PTO)

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in a fully funded space startup

401(k) matching

Unlimited PTO

Health insurance

Lunch and snacks provided on site

Dinners provided twice a week

Job summary

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, California is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. This role focuses on scaling production of aerospace vehicles, working with design engineers to improve manufacturing processes. Candidates must have a B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with 1-4 years of manufacturing experience. Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. The position offers on-site work, equity options, and benefits including 401(k) matching and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• 1-4+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience working on complex technical programs, preferably in aerospace.
• Must be physically able to regularly lift 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction to improve build processes.
• Collaborate to solve large-scale production challenges.
• Refine floor layouts and product flow analysis.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication (verbal and written)

First-principles thinking

Education

B.S. degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or aerospace engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

Factory layout design tools (e.g., SketchUp, Autodesk)

Job description

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, California is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. This role focuses on scaling production of aerospace vehicles, working with design engineers to improve manufacturing processes. Candidates must have a B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with 1-4 years of manufacturing experience. Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. The position offers on-site work, equity options, and benefits including 401(k) matching and unlimited PTO.