Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

As a Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites. You will be responsible for the production of advanced propulsion components, getting them assembled into a subsystem, and integrating that subsystem onto the vehicle. This is a highly cross-functional role that will require you to meet stakeholder and industry requirements while hitting aggressive cost and schedule requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the production of a propulsion subsystem, including an advanced welded assembly, for use in a high-orbit satellite application
• Designing and building, or sourcing, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble advanced propulsion subsystems
• Building the factory that builds satellites - managing complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilities
• Developing manufacturing processes that meet rigorous internal and external standards
• Working closely with other teams to deliver your subsystem on time and at our expected quality

Requirements include:

• 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

Bonus requirements include:

• 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

What we offer:

• All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits
• Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package
• Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals
• Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources
• The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position

Base Salary: $145,000-$185,000 USD