Production Engineer

KODA Technologies Inc.•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

KODA Technologies Inc. is seeking a detail-driven Production Engineer to support the Targets and Countermeasures team of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The role verifies that critical missile flight hardware and propulsion systems are designed, fabricated, integrated, and tested in accordance with baseline standards. The engineer evaluates prime contractor design and manufacturing processes, conducts technical reviews, and enforces compliance with mission assurance frameworks, including AIAA S-113 and related aerospace standards such as AIAA S-114, AIAA S-080/081, SMC-S-016, and AFSPCMAN 91710. The Production Engineer audits engineering designs, drawing packages, manufacturing processes, and assembly records; assesses ordnance, explosive devices, pyrotechnic separation mechanisms, pressure vessels, and mechanical and propulsion subsystems; and participates in technical baseline reviews. The role also evaluates nonconformances and corrective actions, reviews test procedures and results, witnesses critical tests as required, and leads supplier Integrated Product Team meetings to coordinate schedules, deliverables, and technical issue resolution.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret clearance.
Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field.
Seven or more years supporting missile defense or large-scale, complex DoD programs.
Demonstrated working knowledge and practical application of AIAA S-113 or closely related launch or flight vehicle criteria, such as AIAA S-114, SMC-S-016, TOR standards, or NASA-STD-8739/AFSPCMAN equivalents.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, engineering change orders (ECOs/ECPs), and manufacturing work instructions to verify build integrity.
Strong technical writing and presentation skills, including the ability to defend engineering assessments to government program leadership and contractor teams.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience supporting MDA programs, such as Targets and Countermeasures, GMD, THAAD, or Aegis BMD.
Hands-on experience evaluating pyrotechnic devices, initiation systems, electro-explosive devices (EEDs), solid rocket motors, or high-reliability electromechanical assemblies.
A major in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

Audit prime contractor engineering designs, drawing packages, manufacturing processes, and assembly records to ensure hardware meets approved baseline specifications and flight-worthiness requirements.
Apply AIAA S-113 and related space and launch vehicle standards to assess ordnance, explosive devices, pyrotechnic separation mechanisms, pressure vessels, and mechanical and propulsion subsystems across design and production phases.
Participate in technical baseline reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, and FRR, and confirm objective evidence supports mission assurance criteria before integration and flight test.
Evaluate Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions, deviations, and waivers.
Oversee Failure Review Boards (FRBs) to determine root causes and ensure corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) are implemented.
Review and approve Qualification and Acceptance Test Procedures (QTPs/ATPs) and test results.
Serve as the on-site engineering witness during critical testing events as required.
Lead Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings with supplier partners to align schedules, track deliverables, and resolve technical issues.