Vehicle Integration Engineer II Verified today
About the role
As a Vehicle Final Integration Engineer, you will focus on integration of avionics, propulsion, and structural final assemblies. You will be responsible for vehicle transport to the launch pad, working with both engineering and technician teams daily. You will influence overall vehicle integration operations, with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and rapid turnaround.
Responsibilities
- Support vehicle integration activities, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and propulsion system integration.
- Develop and execute 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.
- Troubleshoot and resolve 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.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or 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 hands-on, high-energy environment, including cleanroom and manufacturing areas.
Desired qualifications
- Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft integration.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (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.
Export control
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, 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.