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$115,000 – $145,000
Listed on Astranis’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This role oversees the manufacturing of satellite propulsion systems from component production through subsystem assembly and vehicle integration, requiring hands-on leadership of tooling design, process development, and factory operations. It suits engineers with aerospace or propulsion experience who thrive in fast-paced, hardware-focused environments and want to scale manufacturing capabilities for space vehicles.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor of Science in technical discipline
- 3+ years in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding
- Proficiency in CAD
- Hands-on hardware design and construction experience
- Ability to personally manage complex hardware construction
- Onsite 5 days per week
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency
Nice to have
- Direct propulsion or aerospace welding engineering experience
- Experience with electric or chemical space propulsion
- Deep knowledge in machining, welding, or tool & die design
- Manufacturing Engineering Software (MES) or ERP experience
- Understanding of GD&T
- Familiarity with industry standards (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs, AS/NAS)
- Experience with pressurized systems
- Knowledge of Reliability and Mission Assurance practices