Ispace Inc.
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Englewood, Colorado · Senior · Contract
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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the lottery is wage-weighted — each level is one more entry
$4,437 more — $130,437 — moves this role to Level IV and 4 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $130,437 would place this position at wage Level IV. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Industrial Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Industrial Engineers (17-2112) · Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: "Expand our Planet.
- With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development.
- Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Responsibilities
- Develop production procedures/processes and manage the transition of components and module assemblies from development to production.
- Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet all requirements including safety, quality, efficiency, and delivery.
- Lead team in production readiness reviews for transition from development into full-rate program production.
- Lead Process Improvement initiatives across floor with labor and cost reductions in mind.
- Document and provide resolution to non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actions.
- Identify capital tooling and work center capability needs and lead the efforts of standing up key production capabilities.
- Design Manufacturing Support Equipment
- Work cross functionally and hold oneself accountable to deliver on commitments with minimal oversight.
- Identify and document program risks, attempting to resolve independently or escalating as appropriate.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or related discipline
- 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
- Experience leading production readiness reviews and managing transitions from development into full-rate production.
- Experience documenting and dispositioning non-conformances, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
- Familiarity with Engineering Change Notice (ECN) and change management processes.
- Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent quality management systems.
- Experience contributing to resource estimation, schedule planning, and program risk identification.
- Masters or higher degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or related discipline
- Experience in aerospace, spacecraft, launch vehicle, or satellite manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with avionics or electromechanical assembly, integration, and space-grade handling standards.
Nice to have
- Background leading Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement initiatives
- Green Belt or Black Belt a plus.
Compensation
- $126k-$189k
Company info
- At ispace U.S., we're not just going to the Moon-we're redefining how we get there.
- Expand our Future." By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
- Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
- Represent ispace culture by living Our Values (Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Accountability) and reflecting Our Way (Get People Involved, Prove by Action, Go Beyond Convention).
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U
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