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About this Staff Manufacturing Engineer role at Cesium Astro

Cesium Astro · Onsite · Melbourne, FL
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
 
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.  

We are looking to add a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to our team. In this role you will lead the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production methods for products and platforms. This role contributes to manufacturing operations by establishing manufacturing approaches, resolving complex engineering challenges, and improving manufacturing capabilities that enhance product quality, manufacturability, and production efficiency.

Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams, the Staff Manufacturing Engineer supports manufacturing engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Establish manufacturing processes, production workflows, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions supporting complex products and assemblies.
  • Define manufacturing approaches by evaluating production requirements, process capability, equipment utilization, manufacturability, and production efficiency.
  • Lead manufacturing process development through engineering analyses, design reviews, process evaluations, and technical assessments.
  • Lead complex manufacturing process validation, equipment qualification, first article builds, and production readiness activities.
  • Evaluate production performance, manufacturing data, process capability, and engineering risks while directing solutions that improve manufacturing performance.
  • Validate manufacturing processes through qualification activities, root cause investigations, engineering changes, and corrective actions.
  • Serve as the manufacturing engineering lead by coordinating manufacturing, quality, supply chain, production control, and operations teams supporting product development and production.
  • Develop manufacturing documentation, work instructions, engineering reports, process flows, and manufacturing standards supporting engineering decisions.
  • Support design reviews, manufacturing reviews, engineering investigations, and new product introduction activities by providing manufacturing engineering guidance.
  • Establish manufacturing engineering best practices, process standards, production methods, and configuration management processes across programs.
  • Evaluate manufacturing methodologies, production processes, and engineering practices to identify improvements.
  • Drive initiatives that enhance manufacturability, quality, productivity, manufacturing efficiency, and production readiness.
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, operations management, manufacturing technology, or a related field with 8–12 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 6–8 years of related experience, or PhD with 3–5 years of related experience in manufacturing, production operations, industrial engineering, machining, assembly, process improvement, or a related discipline.
  • Technical experience in manufacturing engineering, production processes, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
  • Advanced proficiency developing manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, production workflows, and manufacturing solutions for complex products.
  • Comprehensive understanding of process validation, lean manufacturing, root cause analysis, quality systems, statistical process control, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience leading complex manufacturing engineering initiatives while balancing quality, manufacturability, productivity, cost, and schedule.
  • Exercises sound judgment in establishing manufacturing approaches, resolving complex technical issues, and providing technical leadership.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Manufacturing engineering, CAD, and process analysis tools, e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or equivalent applications.
  • Manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP systems, engineering documentation, and collaboration tools, e.g. Epicor, SAP, Windchill, Jira, or equivalent applications.

  • CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.  
     
    CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
     
    Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
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