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Join a high-performance team supporting the design, manufacturing, and integration of mechanical components for advanced rocket engines and power systems. We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer with strong experience in mechanical fabrication, process development, and cross-functional coordination to contribute to the success of complex aerospace manufacturing programs. Position Overview In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for mechanical hardware and assemblies. You’ll design tooling and layouts, plan sequence of operations, define material handling procedures, and ensure high-quality, repeatable results. The position may involve responsibility for multiple components or support of cross-program process development. As your experience and performance grow, so will your scope of influence.
This position operates under general supervision and may be responsible for entire projects or specific processes. You may also be asked to coach other employees or delegate tasks as needed. Key Responsibilities Hardware Design & Engineering Drawing Review – 45%
Use CAD and virtual manufacturing tools (ProE, CATIA, VisMockup, or similar) to design, develop, and review support hardware.
Collaborate with engineering and operations to fabricate hardware in support of manufacturing and enabling processes.
Utilize Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) for documentation and communication.
Manufacturing Process Development – 25%
Create and implement detailed fabrication and assembly processes, especially for precision turning operations on complex geometries and diverse materials.
Define tooling requirements for machining, cleaning, and packaging.
Plan machine loading, setups, and handling instructions while ensuring alignment with dimensional tolerances.
Conduct risk assessments to mitigate hazards to personnel, hardware, and facilities.
Establish clean and etch processes for a wide range of materials.
Support design reviews including CDR, CoDR, and PDR.
Apply Lean principles (e.g., Kaizen, 3P, VSM) and process certification to improve manufacturing effectiveness.
Lead process improvement initiatives aligned with strategic manufacturing goals.
Develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and present manufacturing plans, proposals, and risk assessments to leadership.
Evaluate supplier capabilities based on technical repeatability, quality compliance, cost structures, and process reliability.
Precision Machining Oversight – 5%
Define tight tolerance machining requirements, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) aligned with manufacturing and inspection methods.
Welding Process Development – 5%
Develop welding methods for complex assemblies across various materials.
Identify tooling needs and ensure dimensional requirements are met during the welding process.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, with 4–6 years of manufacturing experience.
OR Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience.
OR, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of relevant hands-on experience.
Practical knowledge of project and process management.
Proficiency in CAD tools, virtual manufacturing platforms, and MS Office applications.
Experience with mechanical manufacturing in high-reliability environments such as aerospace or defense. Essential Skills
Strong verbal and written communication, including public speaking.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks across value streams.
Effective team-building and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
Passion for continuous improvement and innovation in manufacturing processes.
Why This Role? This is a great opportunity for a mid-level manufacturing engineer to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace hardware development. The role offers hands-on involvement in hardware fabrication and real impact on production outcomes. You'll be part of a team where your technical input and problem-solving skills help shape the success of key aerospace initiatives.
EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
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