Sierra Space

Manufacturing Engineer III - Propulsion and Environmental Systems

Middleton, WI, United States

$83-114k

Full Time

6 minutes ago

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Job description

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn’t restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer in the Propulsion and Environmental Systems group you will be part of a team responsible for building a wide variety of spacecraft systems including thermal management, air revitalization, maneuvering thrusters, upper stage engines, and lighting customers in all sectors of the space economy. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for vigorously applying your knowledge, experience, and can-do attitude to support several teams:

Support the production teams by improving existing processes and developing new ones and by authoring quality procedures and work instructions.
Support the design engineering and program management teams with manufacturing planning and design review for manufacturability.
Support the mission assurance team with root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.

About You
Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's of Science degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience
Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools
Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
Capability working in multi-disciplinary teams
Experience with work instruction/traveler development

Preferred Qualifications:

- Background in applying manufacturing engineering principles including:

Continuous improvement
Process monitoring and control
Lean/6 sigma projects
Process mapping
PFMEA
Root cause analysis
Design of experiments
Technical communication to both technical and non-technical audiences
Capital equipment selection and deployment
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
Participation in dispositions of Non-Conformance generation through a Material Review Board (MRB)
Experience with new product introduction and transition to production

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
Rarely lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
Rarely exposed to loud noises

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant 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 or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.

Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$82,867.92 - $113,943.38

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates are identified.