Full-Time

Manufacturing Engineer II

Solar

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Sierra Space

Sierra Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops space vehicles and stations

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$79.3k - $109kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Lafayette, CO, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • 2+ years of experience working in SMT or PCBA process engineering or Solar Array manufacturing
  • Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Responsibilities
  • Execute new product introduction (NPI) builds across all work centers, performing process development, validation, and transition to production on extremely aggressive timelines
  • Assist with initial Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) line concepting, setup, facility requests, and programming of equipment
  • Program, operate, and train technicians on automated equipment during initial standup
  • Work with tooling team to design custom fixtures for PCBA to ensure efficient process flow and integration with Surface Mount Technology (SMT) line
  • Triage non-conforming product and drive resolution and preventative action implementation
  • Resolve production issues while ensuring design integrity, product quality, and delivery timelines
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, rate, and cost
  • Define and execute maintenance schedules and support activities
  • Perform internal research and development (IRAD) designs to optimize SMT process yield
  • Specify equipment requirements for new build processes
  • Develop design for manufacturability (DFM) guidelines
  • Provide solutions to streamline space-grade circuit board assembly and test processes which may include flying probe, AOI, functional testing, reflow soldering, selective soldering, and conformal coating
  • Facilitate a close relationship with the engineering team during design, build, and test to provide design feedback
Desired Qualifications
  • Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight
  • Strong work ethic and drive to succeed
  • Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Willingness to work occasional long hours and weekends
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Experience producing J-STD-001 Class 2, IPC-A-610 Class 2 or equivalent hardware
  • Hands on experience with optimizing pick and place machines, reflow oven, conformal coating, or through hole soldering systems
  • Experience with wire harness routing, integration, and testing
  • Experience with mechanical systems and mechanisms

Sierra Space develops solutions for space exploration and development, focusing on aerospace and defense. The company creates advanced space vehicles, including the Dream Chaser spaceplane, which can land on conventional runways, making it suitable for transporting cargo and crew to and from space. They are also working on space stations designed for long-duration human spaceflight and scientific research. Additionally, Sierra Space develops life support systems and propulsion technologies, such as the VORTEX engines, which are vital for safe and sustainable space missions. Unlike competitors, Sierra Space emphasizes versatility in its spaceplane and aims to support both government and commercial space activities. The company's goal is to enhance life on Earth and shape the future of humanity through space exploration.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$1.7B

Headquarters

Louisville, Colorado

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing interest in space tourism boosts commercial space travel opportunities.
  • Demand for satellite-based internet services drives innovation in satellite technology.
  • Public-private partnerships open new funding and collaboration opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • CEO resignation may lead to strategic and operational challenges.
  • Legal disputes could result in financial liabilities and reputational damage.
  • Struggles to launch spaceplane indicate potential technical or financial hurdles.

What makes Sierra Space unique

  • Dream Chaser spaceplane can land on conventional runways, enhancing versatility.
  • Sierra Space develops advanced life support and propulsion technologies like VORTEX engines.
  • Partnership with NVIDIA enhances AI capabilities for space debris prediction.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation