Develops and improves manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, workflows, and production methods for aerospace and space-platform products. Performs engineering analyses, process validation, equipment qualification, first article builds, and production readiness activities. Evaluates drawings, bills of materials, and manufacturing documentation; analyzes production and quality data; supports root cause investigations, corrective actions, engineering changes, and continuous improvement. Collaborates with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, production control, and operations teams throughout the product lifecycle.
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer II to our team. In this role you will develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and production methods for products and platforms. This role contributes to manufacturing operations by developing manufacturing solutions, performing engineering analyses, and supporting production readiness activities to ensure products satisfy engineering, manufacturing, quality, and cost requirements.
Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams, this role supports manufacturing engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support manufacturing processes, production workflows, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions supporting products and assemblies.
- Perform engineering analyses, time studies, process evaluations, and manufacturing assessments to improve production readiness and efficiency.
- Evaluate engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and manufacturing documentation while supporting manufacturing process improvements.
- Perform manufacturing process validation, equipment qualification, first article builds, and production readiness activities.
- Analyze production performance, manufacturing data, process capability, and quality metrics while resolving routine manufacturing issues.
- Support root cause investigations, engineering changes, corrective actions, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, production control, and operations teams supporting production activities.
- Assist with manufacturing documentation, work instructions, engineering reports, process flows, and production support materials.
- Participate in design reviews, manufacturing reviews, engineering investigations, and new product introduction activities.
- Maintain manufacturing documentation, process records, engineering data, and configuration-controlled technical information.
- Apply engineering standards, manufacturing methodologies, customer requirements, and organizational procedures throughout product development.
- Support improvements that enhance manufacturability, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, operations management, manufacturing technology, or a related field with 2–5 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 0–3 years of related experience in manufacturing, production operations, industrial engineering, machining, assembly, process improvement, or a related discipline.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles, production processes, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
- Proficiency with process development, tooling, fixtures, lean manufacturing, and production support activities.
- Understanding of quality systems, process validation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with engineering data analysis and manufacturing process improvement practices.
- Applies analytical thinking and sound judgment to resolve routine manufacturing challenges and recommend process improvements.
- Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Manufacturing engineering, CAD, and process analysis tools, e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or equivalent applications.
- Manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP systems, engineering documentation, and collaboration tools, e.g. Epicor, SAP, Windchill, Jira, or equivalent applications.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
CesiumAstro Austin, Texas, USA Office
13215 Bee Cave Pkwy, Austin, TX, United States, 78738
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