Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Spacecraft Machining

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRedondo Beach, CA, USA$145k - $185k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience with CNC machines and various CAM packages, such as NX, Mastercam, HSMWorks, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, and HyperMill.
At least 5 years of experience in a design, test, manufacturing, or production environment.
Experience operating 5-axis mills and/or routers.
Experience operating manual and CNC mills and/or lathes.
Ability to learn new CAM software rapidly and manage large tool libraries.
Ability to take project ownership and work effectively in small teams.

Responsibilities

Own spacecraft component manufacturing from product inception and iteration through volume production, including tank skins, vehicle structures, and large, thin aluminum hardware.
Work with CAM software, including NX and Mastercam, and rapidly learn new software.
Install advanced CNC machining work centers and develop processes for prototype, test, and flight hardware.
Work with design and development teams to iterate designs for manufacturability and produce reliable, cost-efficient components.
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions.
Grow manufacturing capabilities and expand in-house production capabilities.

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will own all aspects of manufacturing spacecraft chassis & aluminum panels, set up machining cells, and iterate products from development test articles to high volume production. Impulse is building an exceptional team and this position is a growth opportunity open to high performers of any experience level above the basic qualifications (Staff, Principal, etc.).

Own all aspects of spacecraft component manufacturing from product inception and iteration to volume production (i.e. tank skins, vehicle structures, large & thin aluminum hardware)
Work with various CAM software (i.e. NX, MasterCam) and strong ability to learn and become expert in new software rapidly
Install advanced CNC machining work centers and develop processes for prototype, test and flight hardware
Work with the design and development teams to iterate designs for manufacturability and produce highly reliable, cost-efficient components
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
Grow your experience in numerous manufacturing fields to advance in house production capabilities and forge our path through space

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or related field
5+ year(s) of experience with CNC machines and various CAM packages (NX, MasterCam, HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.)
5+ year(s) of experience in a design, test, manufacturing, or production environment
Experience on 5-axis mills and/or routers
Experience on manual and CNC mills and/or lathes
Ability to rapidly pick up new CAM software and manage large tool libraries
Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams

About the Company

Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Impulse Space builds in-space mobility services and propulsion to move payloads after launch. Its products include Mira for precise maneuvering and rendezvous, Helios high-energy kick stage, Caravan rideshare to higher-energy orbits, and propulsion lines Saiph, Deneb, and Rigel. These tools act as in-space tugs and stages to push, dock, and deploy payloads in orbit. Led by SpaceX veteran Tom Mueller, Impulse Space uses flight-proven hardware and a growing network of facilities to make reaching higher-energy orbits faster and cheaper, expanding access for customers.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Series D
Total funding: $1.4B
Headquarters: Redondo Beach, CA
Founded: 2021

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