Manufacturing Engineer

The role

The Manufacturing Engineer will design, implement, and improve manufacturing systems, processes, and tooling for solid rocket motors and energetic materials. This role translates energetic manufacturing processes from development into production.

What you will do

• Design, develop, implement, and improve manufacturing systems, processes, procedures, and tooling
• Lead the transition of energetic manufacturing processes from development to full production
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Develop, monitor, and report on key performance metrics
• Oversee production operations for solid rocket motor assembly and energetic chemical formulation
• Create, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and technical documentation
• Train operations personnel in procedures, standards, and best practices
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Safety, and Compliance

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Electrical, or other relevant engineering discipline with 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related fi
• OR Master's degree in a relevant field with 3 years of experience
• OR 9 years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in lieu of a degree
• Hands-on experience implementing and improving manufacturing processes in a production environment
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to oversee production operations involving complex assembly, hazardous materials handling, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to solve complex problems from first principles with minimal supervision
• Commitment to safety culture and ability to operate within regulatory environments including OSHA, ITAR, and hazardous or energetic materials standards
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses
• Be 21 years of age or older
• Pass pre-employment drug test

Nice to have

• Experience with energetic materials, solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing, or other hazardous manufacturing environments
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt)
• Proficiency with Solidworks, AutoCAD or similar

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment drug test
• Must pass State and Federal background checks
• Must be a U.S. Person (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) to comply with export regulations

About the company

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