Inert Tool Engineer (Level V)

The role

The Tool Engineer (Level V) is responsible for the concept, design, engineering, and fabrication support for tooling and equipment used in solid rocket motor manufacturing. This role manages tooling projects, develops design documentation, and supports manufacturing processes and supplier quality.

What you will do

• Manage assigned tooling projects by coordinating design and fabrication activities.
• Travel to suppliers to support fabrication and inspection.
• Work with the manufacturing team to ensure program quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Define tooling and equipment needed for new and existing programs.
• Develop tooling concepts and improve manufacturing processes.
• Deliver and maintain detailed tooling design documentation including CAD models and drawings.
• Inspect tool configuration for drawing compliance.
• Perform stress analysis to ensure tools are mechanically sound and safe.
• Review engineering drawings and designs for manufacturability.
• Support continuous improvement activities.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines or equivalent experience.
• Ten to fifteen years of tool design/engineering experience with emphasis in solid rocket motor case, nozzle and thruster production.
• Working knowledge of composite case winding, compression molding, machining and bonding operations both tooling and equipment.
• Experience in the tool design of wind mandrels and associated tooling; compression molds; machining fixtures; bonding fixtures; assembly fixtures/stands; hand tools; leak check fixtures; lifting/handl
• Proficiency with CAD software for mechanical design (SolidWorks, NX, or similar).
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and metrology principles.
• Experience with Finite Element analysis practices.
• Ability to design and validate fixtures, jigs, and gauges for precision assembly and inspection.
• Experience with tooling materials selection, machining processes, and tolerance analysis.
• Experience in tooling configuration management and change-control processes.
• Previous use of a MES or EAM/CMMS system to manage tool fabrication and maintenance.
• Travel up to 15-20%, including the possibility of overnights within the US.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs.
• Experience in tool design for load motor production.
• Previous experience in designing tools for automation.
• Active Secret clearance

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

About the company

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company. They tackle complex challenges to deliver transformative, mission-critical solutions.