Propulsion Systems Manufacturing Engineer Verified today
About the Role
Stratolaunch is seeking a Propulsion Systems Manufacturing Engineer (ME Level II, Senior, or Staff) to support design, integration, testing, and maintenance of propulsion systems for our carrier and hypersonic vehicles.
What You Will Do
- Create detailed work instructions and manufacturing documentation for the electrical and production shop, covering fabrication, installation, and modification of propulsion systems
- Develop drawings and work instructions for tooling that supports the build phase of production efforts
- Define step-by-step manufacturing processes following aerospace industry standards, including Section Views, Detail Views, and flag notes
- Identify alternate part numbers and establish production line standardization
- Act as engineering liaison to the shop floor: troubleshoot documentation issues, explain manufacturing processes, redline released drawings, and provide real-time support
- Source and support procurement of propulsion components based on released engineering documentation
- Reference 3D CAD models and integrate them into 2D working environments
- Troubleshoot propulsion mechanical systems and ground test integration
- Develop test plans, procedures, and Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) to support systems functionality
- Support hypersonic vehicle integrated testing and system design efforts as required
- Contribute to shop layout, setup, and improvement initiatives
- Evaluate technical data and coordinate across design, purchasing, manufacturing, integration, and testing disciplines
- Analyze and verify engineering requirements are met while balancing cost, schedule, and producibility
- Communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences
- Travel as needed (estimated under 5%) to support the department
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with one or more of: vehicle systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrotechnical systems, flight controls for experimental aircraft, or launch vehicle integration
- Direct hands-on experience with aircraft propulsion systems, installation, and best practices
- Experience with solid rocket motors (SRM) and hybrid rocket motors (HRM)
- Experience with aerospace production documentation, drawings, and work orders
- Experience with PDM systems, engineering control, and revision control release processes
- Experience creating shop work instructions
- Experience integrating launch vehicle or aircraft electrical power systems
- Familiarity with common aerospace hardware such as connectors, relays, wire types, and structures
- Proficiency with 3D CAD and ability to create engineering drawings
- Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, AC/DC power supplies, signal generators
- Facilitation and communication skills to convey technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasking, and adapt to changing priorities
- Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Active security clearance
- 3D CAD modeling experience with NX, CATIA, or Solidworks
- Siemens Capital or Mentor Graphics experience
- LabVIEW experience
- Familiarity with configuration management systems (Jira preferred)
Education and Experience
Level II: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $98,100-$128,700
Senior Level: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $117,000-$153,500
Staff Level: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 10-20 years of engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary: $152,500-$200,000
Work Environment
This position is on-site in Mojave, California. Travel is estimated at less than 5%. The role may involve operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Benefits
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- 401(k) savings plan with 50% company match per contributed dollar, up to $11,500
- Tuition reimbursement