Job Description

ExoTerra is microsatellite company specializing in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites and launch vehicle upper stages.

Responsibilities and Duties

The Senior Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer at ExoTerra will work with multiple disciplines to build, integrate, and test spacecraft and propulsion electrical systems at the subsystem and system levels.

This is an all-encompassing role to take designs from inception, into production, and into testing and final delivery. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience working with in a team environment, be comfortable and confident working in a fast-paced environment, understand the importance of deadlines and impact to schedules.

Assembly, Integration & Test

Oversight of various disciplines of mechanical parts and product manufacturing for multiple programs
Assist in the planning, development and implementation of AI&T activities for all mechanical and even module testing
Participate in Non-conformance resolution and perform testing to find root cause
Perform various testing to verify product is in spec and meets requirements
Be confident being the voice of Manufacturing during design reviews
 Develop, design and implement tools for aiding in assembly and integration of parts
Work directly with technicians and the production floor on builds
Develop, write, review, and implement manufacturing plans, production travelers, and SOPs
Implement facility improvements and production floor layouts to meet customer requirements for product safety and improved work flows
Ensure product meets all customer requirements and travelers capture all required data to be delivered to the customer
Help train technicians on processes and procedures
Manage manufacturing orders for electronics on floor and verify product is meeting requirements in conjunction with quality personnel

Design

Support designers and vendors with expertise in machining and build flows
Provide Feedback for mechanical and assembly drawings with input for testing and manufacturing
Understand industry and ExoTerra standards
Evaluate proposed designs for DfM, DfA, and DfAM, and support the development of efficient design practices, provide feedback and guidance to design teams
Sign off drawings for manufacturing reviews

Quality

Provide support and production inputs to Quality for AS9100 implementation
Drive non-conformances into actionable work and system improvements
Assist in company-wide operational excellence projects and activities

Procurement

Develop and maintain relationships with electronic and harness specialty manufacturers and service bureaus in our supply chain
Work with Procurement to meet the needs of inventory ordering and delivery
Track and manage open inventory orders to ensure production is on time
Manage inventory inspections and verification, and ensure products meets the requirements prior to being issued to the floor.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's degree – Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology strongly preferred
4-10 years experience
Experience with electronics manufacturing processes & test
Good written and verbal communication skills
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Desired Skills

Bachelor's degree – Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology strongly preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with Spacecraft Fabrication and Test
Experience with non-conformance resolution
Experience with manufacturing process development
Experience with Programming

(Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
10 Holidays per year
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Education reimbursement
Health insurance
Health savings account
Holiday shut down (Christmas to New Year's)
Paid time off – 3 weeks vacation and one week Sick Time
Parental leave
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

COVID-19 considerations: We comply with federal, state and local regulations.

ExoTerra Resource Corp, LLC is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other protected factor. ExoTerra Resource Corp is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $89,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Parental leave
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

Littleton, CO 80127 (Required)

Work Location: In person

ExoTerra Resource, LLC

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