Spacecraft Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer III

ABOUTFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space. SUMMARYThe Firefly Spacecraft Propulsion Manufacturing team is responsible for the fabrication, integration, test, and delivery of engines and fluid systems to spacecraft programs. Propulsion MEs are makers, people who can take an idea on paper and turn it into a fully functioning component ready to fly to space. This role is located at our spacecraft manufacturing and test site in Cedar Park, TX.RESPONSIBILITIESLead the transition of products from development to productionEnd to end ownership of the fabrication, assembly, and test procedures for spacecraft propulsion subassemblies.Create assembly instructions and work with technician teams to implement and qualify new processesContinuous process development and improvement with the aim of radically increasing production rate and substantially reducing cost.Lead investigations of process failures through root cause and implementation of corrective actionsParticipate in design reviews and provide feedback to the design teams.Develop and execute functional checkout procedures and processes where applicable.Disposition non-conformances that occur throughout the build process, develop and implement corrective actionsConduct manufacturability reviews and implement design improvementsQUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelors degree in Engineering or related technical field8+ years of experience working in a Manufacturing Engineer roleProven experience with complex assemblies, e.g. production in aerospace/aviation/automotive industriesAble to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructionsProven experience with complex troubleshootingProven experience working in dynamic and evolving environments with short deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skills to convey methodologies for assembly and troubleshootingStrong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Must be a team playerProven experience with tasks requiring extreme attention to detail and prolonged mental concentrationCritical thinking and strong decision making abilityExperience working hands on with high-pressure systems (gas or liquid)Working knowledge of common fluid components (valves, regulators, instrumentation)Knowledge of data analysis packages (Python/Excel/SQL)Experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter, Odoo, or similar)Desired3 + years of experience in an in-space propulsion manufacturing teamExperience with advanced manufacturing techniques (welding, brazing, casting, additive fabrication, forging, spin forming, etc.)Experience with writing assembly procedures for mechanical, electrical, or structural systemsExperience writing test plans, procedures and identifying pass/fail criteria on systemsExperience with modern manufacturing principles, such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etcExperience with complex system assembly and hands on build experience preferably in space systems or aerospace applicationsKnowledge of data analysis packages (Python/Excel)Experience with environmental testing (thermal, vibrational, shock, etc)Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected statusDepartment: Spacecraft Location: