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Astranis Space Technologies · 2 weeks ago

Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$145K/yr - $185K/yr

5+ years exp

Astranis Space Technologies builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. The Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites, ensuring stakeholder requirements are met while adhering to cost and schedule constraints.

AerospaceInternetSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem, including an advanced welded assembly, for use in a high-orbit satellite application

Design and build, or source, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble advanced propulsion subsystems

Build the factory that builds satellites - manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilities

Develop manufacturing processes that meet rigorous internal and external standards

Work closely with other teams to deliver your subsystem on time and at our expected quality

Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly growing team

Qualification

Propulsion EngineeringComputer Aided Design (CAD)Manufacturing ProcessesWelding EngineeringManufacturing Engineering SoftwareGeometric DimensioningTolerancing (GD&T)Hands-on DesignReliability AssuranceTeam Management

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, physics)

5+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding

Highly Proficient in Computer Aided Design (CAD), and proven experience delivering products that you've personally designed and built

A passion for manufacturing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/ development

Demonstrated ability of personally managing advanced manufacturing products

Must be onsite 5 days a week

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, Or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Preferred

Direct experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Weld Engineering, or Integration Engineering roles

Direct experience with Robotic Welding, Automated Welding, or Orbital Tube Welding equipment

Specific experience manufacturing, testing, or designing precision welded assemblies, electric propulsion systems, or chemical space propulsion systems

Deep knowledge in Machining, Welding, or Fixture/ Tool & Die design

Experience with Manufacturing Engineering Software (MES) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Familiarity with reading and interpreting industry standards and specifications (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs, AS/NAS component specifications)

Familiarity with Pressurized Systems operation and construction

Familiarity with Reliability and Mission Assurance best practices