Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer Job at Mach Industries (San Luis Obispo)

Senior Test Engineer, Propulsion

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

134400.00 - 168000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor or MS degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering
2+ years of experience with physical testing and analysis of mechanical or electronic systems against detailed requirements
2+ years of direct automation design and build experience (automated testing, manufacturing, robotics, industrial etc.)
Experience leading and driving technical projects to completion
Good understanding of electrical circuit design and power electronics
Experience with Python or NI(LabVIEW, TestStand, or VeriStand)
Experience with electrical test equipment, hand tools, power tools

Job Responsibility

Design and build reliable automated test equipment to conduct functional tests on PCBAs or modules
Work together with Design Engineers, System Engineers, and Reliability Engineers to Identify design critical operating modes and create design validation test plans
Work with test technicians to build validation test setups and execute test plans and teardowns
Investigate device failures to determine root cause and drive product improvements
Identify and plan critical tests to validate new technologies

Fulltime

Lead Systems Engineer

Magdrive is developing the next generation of spacecraft propulsion. Our thruste...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Magdrive

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in systems engineering and product delivery in aerospace/space (or other complex engineering domains), including 2+ years in a senior capacity
Skilled at defining and managing system requirements and interfaces
Proven ability to plan and manage system integration and testing
Strong problem-solving and trade-off decision-making skills
Effective communicator and collaborator across disciplines
Direct space domain experience (e.g. spacecraft, propulsion, or satellite systems)

Job Responsibility

Define, implement, and maintain the system architecture for flight hardware and ground support systems
Own system-level requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), verification plans, and risk register
Ensure full traceability from customer needs to subsystem specifications and test cases
Plan and oversee system integration across hardware, software, and test environments
Collaborate with technical teams to ensure systems are buildable, testable, and deliverable
Support Product/Program teams with flight-readiness reviews and customer delivery milestones
Design, implement, and maintain systems engineering tools and processes (e.g. MBSE, configuration control, gated reviews)
Codify organisational knowledge into scalable workflows
Work closely with Product, Program, and Engineering teams to align technical decisions with delivery goals
Act as a system-level technical interface with customers and external partners

What we offer

25 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus long-service awards (up to 30 days)
Private medical insurance
Flexible working hours
Remote working where possible
Financial support for home office setup

Fulltime

Weld Manufacturing Engineer

As a Welding Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a critical role in enabling r...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

138550.00 - 224250.00 USD / Year

Hermeus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical discipline
Hands-on fabrication, manufacturing, or testing experience with welded aerospace assemblies
Strong understanding of weld design principles and mechanical tolerances under thermal and structural loads
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support build schedules and testing operations
Occasional travel may be required to support suppliers or test campaigns
Ability to perform hands-on work in fabrication and prototype build environments, including climbing, lifting, and working in confined areas as required
Desire to be part of a high-intensity, mission-focused team driving innovation in hypersonic aircraft development

Job Responsibility

Develop, qualify, and optimize weld processes and parameters for multiple techniques including, but not limited to, electron beam, laser beam, gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, plasma arc, resistance, friction-stir, and orbital tube welding
Support R&D and production builds of welded aircraft structures, tanks, and propulsion assemblies, providing direct guidance to technicians and manufacturing engineers
Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering to drive weld joint design, fixture development, and assembly methods optimized for manufacturability, precision, and repeatability
Lead root cause investigations related to weld performance, material compatibility, and process deviations
implement corrective actions based on metallurgical and mechanical findings
Plan and execute weld qualification campaigns, including mechanical testing, NDE inspection, and data interpretation
Partner with NDE specialists to evaluate weld quality and develop advanced inspection techniques tailored for high-performance aircraft applications
Implement process control improvements using feedback from weld tests, NDE, and production data to increase reliability and consistency
Identify and integrate automated or robotic welding solutions to improve throughput, consistency, and quality
Research and evaluate emerging welding technologies and materials for potential application in hypersonic vehicle manufacturing

What we offer

Unlimited PTO policy
Paid parental leave
Potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options

Fulltime

Integration Engineer – Fluid & Propulsion Systems

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

105750.00 - 169625.00 USD / Year

Hermeus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
3+ years of hands-on experience in hardware integration, assembly, or manufacturing of fluid, propulsion, or mechanical systems
Familiarity with aerospace assembly best practices, including precision fitting, torque control, and contamination prevention
Exposure to tolerance stack-up analysis, system P&ID development, actuator testing, leak checks, and valve assembly or test
Strong understanding of GD&T, CAD modeling, and first-principles design and analysis
Proven ability to communicate effectively across design, manufacturing, supply chain, and test organizations
Demonstrated initiative and ownership, with the ability to define and implement new processes from scratch
Must be willing to be hands-on in a manufacturing and test environment daily
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work safely around high-pressure systems and industrial equipment
Extended or flexible hours may be required to support critical build and test milestones

Job Responsibility

Provide design feedback to improve manufacturability, assembly, testability, and integration for complex fluid and propulsion systems
Establish and maintain build roadmaps for assigned assemblies to align key stakeholders, drive hardware and tooling deliveries, and minimize build serialization
Develop and release build CONOPS, work instructions, standard processes, and procedures to enable high-quality, high-velocity execution
Lead and support first-article builds in an early-stage, rapid-development environment, identifying and resolving issues in real time
Own design, process, and capital equipment trades to unlock key production capabilities and support scalable manufacturing infrastructure
Drive make-vs-buy decisions and collaborate closely with design engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
Provide hands-on support during build, integration, and test operations, ensuring technical issues are addressed quickly and effectively
Support test readiness activities, including component and system pressurization, leak checks, actuator functional tests, and propulsion integration
Drive continuous improvement across the production floor — including tooling, ERP/MES workflows, build documentation, and internal specifications
Champion a safety-first mindset, especially during hazardous or high-pressure operations

What we offer

unlimited PTO policy
paid parental leave
potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave

Fulltime

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