Manufacturing Engineer

At Aeon, we design, build, and fly low-cost, modular, weapon systems for ground and air platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and small team that allows us to iterate, build and test quickly. If you are looking to solve hard technical problems with a team of passionate engineers in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, Aeon is the place for you.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to help build a world-class manufacturing organization as we transition from new product introduction (NPI) and development into full-rate production of complex guided-munition subassemblies and final assemblies. Reporting through the Vice President of Manufacturing, you will define and implement the manufacturing systems, processes, and standards required to support production in an AS9100-regulated environment. As a true builder, you will work cross-functionally with manufacturing, product engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to transform designs from concept and prototype through production-ready status, driving manufacturing readiness, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

This is a full-time, in-person role located in Austin, TX with plans to move to Cedar Park, TX early 2027.

• Lead component- and assembly-level DFM/DFA review during early design phases (EVT/concept), ensuring designs are manufacturable before they reach build

• Own and facilitate PFMEA development as a living document from concept design review through production validation

• Develop and mature control plans in coordination with Quality Engineering

• Design and specify tooling, fixtures, and workstations using Siemens NX; manage CAD submission and revision control for tooling

• Define process flows, cycle times, and station/line balancing for subsystem and final assembly builds

• Configure and maintain digital work instructions and process steps in the MES, including device/equipment triggers (torque tools, sensors, light-guided assembly, robotics)

• Perform IQ, OQ, PQ on installed equipment and processes, establishing repeatable, documented processes

• Participate in project technical reviews for manufacturing readiness

• Support root-cause investigation and corrective action for process-related nonconformances

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

• Demonstrated experience with DFM/DFA, Process Design, PFMEA, and control plan development

• Proficiency in Siemens NX for tooling/fixture design

• Experience with an MES platform (Tulip or similar)

• Comfortable working in a rapidly changing, early-stage environment and building processes rather than executing existing ones

• Strong communicator, able to work cross-functionally with Product Engineering, Quality, and Production

• Experience in aerospace/defense or another regulated, complex-assembly manufacturing environment

• Familiarity with AS9145/APQP or similar structured NPI gate processes

• Background supporting IQ/OQ/PQ activities

Fully Company-Sponsored Health Benefits : Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage at no cost to you, including coverage for eligible dependents, plus HSA and FSA options.

Team Events & Company Celebrations: Connect with colleagues through team-building activities, employee events, and celebrations.

Complimentary Daily Lunches: Enjoy company provided lunches served onsite each workday.

Snacks & Beverages: Enjoy complementary snacks, drinks, and refreshments available throughout the workday.

Requires U.S. person status under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected non ‑ citizen such as refugee/asylee) due to access to ITAR ‑ controlled defense articles or technical data.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Job duties and responsibilities may be modified, expanded, or adjusted at any time to meet business needs, with or without notice.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position successfully. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws, provided such accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support portions of our hiring process, including application and resume reviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by company representatives