Momentus

Momentus

Spacecraft Vehicle Manufacturing Engineer

San Jose, CA, United States

Sponsorship not specified$10k-$15kDetected 8 days ago
Supply ChainGD&TRoboticsCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingTolerance Analysis

About the role

  • We are seeking a Spacecraft Vehicle Manufacturing Engineer to support spacecraft Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) for Momentus satellite bus programs with hosted payloads supporting commercial, scientific, and government missions.
  • This role is responsible for developing and sustaining end-to-end spacecraft manufacturing processes, including build sequences, tooling strategies, MGSE, and production methodologies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, operates with a high degree of ownership, and bridges design, manufacturing, test, and quality to ensure scalable, compliant, and efficient spacecraft production.
  • This role is responsible for developing and sustaining end-to-end spacecraft manufacturing processes, including build sequences, tooling strategies, MGSE, and production methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, own, and maintain spacecraft-level manufacturing plans, including AI&T build sequences, work instructions, travelers, and standard work
  • Define and implement production methodologies, tooling strategies, and MGSE, including fixture/tool design, validation, and lifecycle management
  • Design assembly fixtures, mechanisms, and production support equipment using CAD
  • generate drawings and manage fabrication through vendors
  • Propose and optimize sequence of operations, integration flow, and installation processes to maximize efficiency and minimize risk
  • Perform DFM/DFA analysis, tolerance stack-ups, and manufacturability assessments to ensure design compatibility with production constraints
  • Support and/or oversee non-destructive testing (NDT) activities (ultrasonic, radiographic/X-ray, etc.) and ensure proper interpretation of results
  • Lead Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRR) and ensure production system readiness for spacecraft builds
  • Interface with Production, Design Engineering, Test, Quality, EH&S, and Supply Chain to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution
  • Support Test Operations by ensuring hardware readiness, configuration control, and manufacturability alignment

Requirements

  • Required Skills and Experience
  • 10-15 years of experience in aerospace or space manufacturing, spacecraft AI&T, or complex electromechanical system integration
  • Proven experience with tooling and fixture design, including CAD modeling, drawing release, and vendor fabrication support
  • Strong understanding of AS9100 / ISO9001 quality systems, including NCR, CAPA, FAI, and compliance enforcement
  • Experience with root cause analysis, problem solving, and continuous improvement methodologies
  • The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, operates with a high degree of ownership, and bridges design, manufacturing, test, and quality to ensure scalable, compliant, and efficient spacecraft production.

Skills

  • MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering or related field
  • Experience in spacecraft or high-reliability aerospace environments (NASA, DoD, commercial space)
  • Experience supporting or leading Environmental campaigns (TVAC, Vibration) and integration with Test Engineering teams
  • Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and interpretation of inspection results
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Compensation

  • $10k-$15k

Company info

  • As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space.
  • With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system.
  • Daring problems require daring solutions.
  • We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what.
  • Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy.
  • We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future.
  • If this sounds like you, we should talk.
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