Vehicle Integration Engineer II

Firefly Aerospace•Lincoln, MA

About The Position

As a Vehicle Final Integration Engineer, you will focus on integrating avionics, propulsion, and structural final assemblies. You will be responsible for transporting the vehicle to the launch pad and working daily with engineering and technician teams. The role offers the opportunity to influence vehicle integration operations, with an emphasis on reliability, efficiency, and rapid turnaround. Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company providing launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles for government and commercial customers. The company is headquartered in north Austin, Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in aerospace vehicle integration or related engineering fields.
Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems integration for aerospace applications.
Experience with system-level testing and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with CAD software and engineering tools for integration analysis.
Hands-on experience working with aerospace hardware and manufacturing processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work in a hands-on, high-energy environment, including cleanroom and manufacturing areas.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft integration.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., NASA, FAA, DoD, AS9100).
Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA) principles.
Knowledge of propulsion system integration and fluid system handling.
Experience with PLM and ERP tools for integration tracking and documentation.

Responsibilities

Support vehicle integration activities, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and propulsion system integration.
Support the development and execution of integration plans, procedures, and timelines for vehicle assembly and testing.
Work with design and manufacturing teams to ensure hardware is properly integrated and operational.
Provide hands-on support for vehicle integration, working closely with technicians and engineers.
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving integration issues to maintain project timelines.
Contribute to best practices for system integration, testing, and verification.
Support environmental and functional tests on integrated aerospace vehicles.
Document integration procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Transport the vehicle to the launch pad.