Manufacturing Specialist II

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the Role

Do you enjoy collaborating with others to create innovative products and services? At Sierra Space, you will work in multidisciplinary teams to bring concept of operations to fruition to further our customers’ mission objectives. You will work both independently and as part of a team. Join us!

As a manufacturing Specialist, you develop better and faster ways to manufacture our cutting edge products and services. These cover a wide range from life support equipment to maneuvering thrusters and research payloads. You'll consult with manufacturing engineering, quality, and production teams in order to ensure our processes and products meet customer requirements. Your technical duties involve qualifying new processes, the development of tooling and fixtures, and piloting new products through the factory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specialized in new product introduction builds across a wide array of product types and work centers

• Set up, operate and train the shop floor on critical manufacturing processes.

• Drive resolution of production issue while maintaining design intent, product quality, and schedule.

• Evaluate non-conforming products, drive resolution of issues, and implement corrective actions.

• Conduct process development experiments and provide design and process validations in tight timelines.

• Guarantee a smooth transition of products from the development phase to full-scale production.

• Discover opportunities for ongoing enhancements in yield, performance, and cost.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment: OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline.

• Experience designing and building shop aids, tools, and support materials for manufacturing operations.

• Experience with spaceflight hardware and controls.

• Strong ability to context switch and adapt to process variables efficiently.

• Ability to produce high quality hardware within expedited timeframes.

• Proficient in computer skills including email, Microsoft Windows, ERP/MRP/MES systems, iOS, and executing custom-developed software.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and a strong aptitude for teamwork.

• Proficiency in offering process and design improvement recommendations to engineering.

Additional 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:

• Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)

• Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials

• Frequently 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.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$62,660.05 - $86,157.57

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 is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.