Manufacturing Engineer

Quantum Space•Hawthorne, CA

2d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quantum Space is seeking a motivated, technically driven Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes for its Ranger spacecraft program at its Hawthorne, California manufacturing center. The role involves designing and developing production processes, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions for spacecraft component fabrication, subassembly, and final integration. The Manufacturing Engineer bridges design engineering and manufacturing operations by translating engineering designs into safe, efficient, repeatable production processes. The position works closely with design engineers, manufacturing technicians, quality, and production teams to support new product introduction, first-article builds, production line development, and continuous improvement as Ranger moves into rate production. It is suited to an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem-solving on the manufacturing floor and taking ownership of processes in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production engineering in a manufacturing environment.
Meet U.S. Government space technology export regulation requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace, spacecraft, launch vehicle, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing.
Experience establishing a new production line, facility, or cell.
Experience writing work instructions and routings in an MES or ERP system.
Experience with tooling and fixture design in NX, SolidWorks, or Creo.
Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability.
Experience in one or more of the following: composite and metallic structures, precision machining, welding and tank fabrication, fluid systems, harness and avionics assembly, or spacecraft integration.
Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem solving.
Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and mission assurance practices for flight hardware.
Comfort working on the factory floor directly with technicians.

Responsibilities

Develop and release manufacturing processes, work instructions, routings, and bills of process for spacecraft structures, propulsion assemblies, harnesses, and integration.
Design and procure tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment required for production.
Partner with design engineering on design for manufacturability, assembly, and testability; drive drawing and tolerance changes using data.
Lead new product introduction for the assigned area, including first-article builds, process qualification, and transition to rate production.
Plan production line layout, workstation design, and material flow for the assigned area.
Own first-pass yield, cycle time, and cost in the assigned area; identify and execute improvements using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for nonconformances and production issues.
Support technician training and certification on new processes.
Ensure processes comply with safety, quality, and mission assurance requirements.