Senior Manufacturing Engineer, E-2

Vast is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, reporting to the E-2 Principal Engineer, to create the world's highest performing engine for small launchers, while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development samples. You will be a key member who will help transition the system from development to production. 

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Hawthorne location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Hands on collaboration with the design team to transfer knowledge and provide input on the manufacturability and assembly processes for E-2 engine. 
• Create and maintain detailed manufacturing plans, assembly procedures, and work instructions to ensure consistent and accurate production.
• Support MBOM transition to MES.
• Support manufacturing shop layout.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering and quality, to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes.
• Specify and procure dedicated manufacturing and tools and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. 

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. 
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis.
• General ‘making’ skills (Machining, CNC, welding, assembly.)
• Flexibility to work overtime and adapt to a varying schedule.