Senior Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs. We design and deliver dependable hypersonic/strategic missile defense systems; integrating multiple technologies into unified, mission-ready hardware supporting demanding environments. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you help ensure producibility, intrinsic quality, and robust processes throughout the product lifecycle. The role influences early design, leads Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) efforts, guides process qualification, and supports continuous improvement across production. This position also defines how internal manufacturing processes are developed and validated, including ERP (Epicor) integration, and reports to the Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent years of experience.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience in fabrication and assembly environments.
- Ability to read and generate blueprints, drawings, and technical diagrams.
- Familiarity with material properties, in‑process verification, and validation methods.
- Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- A current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
Responsibilities
- Lead DFMA activities as an integral member of the product design team.
- Apply broad manufacturing engineering principles to ensure producibility and process robustness.
- Mentor junior manufacturing engineers and provide technical guidance.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on DFMA and statistical process controls.
- Oversee material and resource planning to maintain production schedules.
- Plan manufacturing workflows, resource needs, and production line capacity aligned with forecasts.
- Resolve complex technical issues to support product design, development, and production continuity.
- Oversee process qualification and support product qualification activities.
- Perform duties aligned with Manufacturing Engineer I, II, and III functional responsibilities as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
