Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Manufacturing Engineer  to join our growing team. Reporting to the Director, Advanced Modules, the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. This role will be supporting manufacturing issues on existing product designs and new satellite mechanisms early in the design phase, providing critical design for manufacturability input and supporting testing of these assemblies, while developing and implementing the plan to move from design/test into build/production.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute, maintain, and evolve the company manufacturing strategy and technology roadmap in line with Terran Orbital strategy.
• Develop production procedures/processes in support of production modules and manage the transition of components and module assemblies from development to production.
• Write documentation required for successful manufacturing of space grade hardware.
• Design and develop tooling and fixture solutions for production of hardware
• Work closely with development and design engineers, internal machine shop, and external vendors to make parts that are designed for manufacturability, reliability, and source-ability, etc..
• Lead team or participate in production/manufacturing readiness reviews
• Advise team members on technical decisions related to the team’s product and act as responsible manufacturing engineer on non-conformances and work instructions.
• Resolve and analyze manufacturing and test discrepancies, while interfacing with the quality team (resolving issues for design, fabrication, and assembly).
• Drive continuous process improvements to focus on cost reduction and production efficiency in every element of the production processes.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with existing processes or products and makes modifications and improvements as needed.
• Support space hardware testing, including data analysis
• Work with production technicians by building (hands-on) of development hardware.
• Act as point of contact in daily and weekly program and production meetings and provide updates to leadership as required.
• Travel to supplier sites to survey competency, qualify or resolve issues as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, orother related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering function within a high reliability manufacturing environment, at least one (1) of which should be in electronics, electric hardware (motors, batteries, transformers) or space hardware build and development.
• Design software experience (AutoCAD or SolidWorks preferred).
• Data management software Power BI, SQL, JMP desired.
• Automation experience (PLC, Robots, Vision) desired.
• Propulsion systems experience desired.
• Highly self-motivated and organized with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Able to work well in an integrated team, including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers.
• Demonstrated experience working in a highly adaptive and iterative environment.
• Demonstrated achievements of rapidly improving productivity through process improvements while focusing on product reliability and mission success.
• Experience with process development, facility, and line layouts, PFMEA, error-proofing, lean manufacturing, and implementing automation into production processes.
• Experience with design for manufacturability, assembly, reliability.

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Salary Range $105,000-$140,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!     

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant 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 the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.