Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Sr. Manufacturing EngineerMenlo Park, CAAt LeoLabs, we're building the living map of activity in space. Through our proprietary global radar network and AI-enabled analytics platform, we collect millions of measurements daily on more than 25,000 objects in low Earth orbit (LEO). Our radar-powered intelligence protects billions in assets, monitors adversarial behavior, and ensures safe operations for commercial and government missions.We're not just building technology, we are redefining global security, safety, and transparency in space. As orbital activity accelerates and threats grow more complex, LeoLabs is a trusted partner for Space Domain Awareness, Space Traffic Management, and Satellite Operations for top-tier space operators and allied defense organizations.If you're looking to work on mission-critical challenges at the forefront of aerospace, national security, and AI, your impact starts here.As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will help bridge the gap between engineering and production, ensuring our hardware is designed for efficient, repeatable manufacturing. You will work closely with design engineers, supply chain, and contract manufacturers to develop production processes, improve manufacturability, and guide new products from prototype builds into production. This is a hands-on role for an engineer who enjoys solving practical problems and building manufacturing systems that scale.You will support manufacturing across printed circuit board assemblies, electromechanical systems, and complex radar hardware while helping establish the processes, documentation, and workflows that enable reliable production. This is a full-time, onsite position based in Menlo Park, California.You will be responsible for:Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews throughout the hardware development lifecycleDevelop manufacturing processes, work instructions, and assembly documentation for complex radar hardwareServe as the primary technical interface between Hardware Engineering and contract manufacturersSupport prototype builds and guide products through New Product Introduction (NPI) into productionPartner with engineering to improve manufacturability, serviceability, and production readiness of PCBAs and electromechanical assembliesDevelop production tooling, fixtures, inspection methods, and manufacturing workflowsSupport root cause investigations and implement process improvements that improve quality, yield, and throughputCollaborate with Supply Chain to ensure manufacturing documentation, BOMs, and production releases are complete and accurateDrive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes, documentation, and factory readinessQualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline7+ years of experience supporting the manufacture of complex electronic or electromechanical productsStrong understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles for PCBAs and mechanical assembliesExperience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) from prototype through productionWorking knowledge of PCB fabrication, SMT assembly, panelization, IPC workmanship standards, and electronics manufacturing processesExperience creating manufacturing documentation, assembly instructions, and production workflowsFamiliarity with Arena or another PLM system, NetSuite or another ERP system, and SolidWorksExcellent communication skills with experience working across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and external suppliersMust be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. personnel security clearancePreferred QualificationsExperience supporting low- to medium-volume production of complex hardware systemsExperience working directly with contract manufacturers and electronics suppliersFamiliarity with PCB test strategies, fixture development, and manufacturing validationExperience with root cause analysis, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologiesExperience supporting aerospace, defense, robotics, or other high-reliability hardware productsExperience developing scalable manufacturing processes in a fast-paced engineering environmentWithin 1 month, you'll:Complete onboarding and become familiar with LeoLabs' products, manufacturing workflows, and hardware development processLearn our existing production processes, contract manufacturers, and documentation systemsBegin supporting active prototype and production buildsWithin 3 months, you'll:Lead DFM reviews for active hardware programsDevelop manufacturing documentation and assembly processes for new productsEstablish working relationships with our contract manufacturers and key suppliersWithin 6 months, you'll:Drive multiple products through prototype builds and into productionImprove manufacturing workflows, documentation, and production readiness across the Hardware Engineering organizationBecome the technical lead for manufacturing process development on new hardware programsWithin 12 months, you'll:Lead manufacturing engineering activities across multiple radar development programsDeliver scalable production processes that improve quality, yield, and manufacturabilityEstablish yourself as the technical authority on how LeoLabs designs hardware for efficient manufacturing and long-term production successCompensationThe base salary range for this position is $148,000 + bonus + stock options + benefitsCompensation Note: The salary range for this position is benchmarked based on the designated primary work location for the role. Final compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's work location, applicable market data, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Perks and BenefitsGlobal workforce: flexible remote/hybrid opportunitiesWork on complex, meaningful missions with real-world impactUnlimited paid time off for most rolesCompetitive salary and equity packagesComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverageAccess to the forefront of commercial space operations and defense innovationITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information regarding ITAR can be found at DDTC's website.Vendor NotificationLeoLabs does not engage external staffing agencies or third-party recruiting firms for this role. Unsolicited candidate submissions will not be considered.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.