Propulsion Integration & Test Engineer I, First Shift (Aerospace)

Location: Long Beach, California, United States; first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Salary: $93,000–$139,000 USD annually

Company

hirify.global develops rockets, manufacturing systems, and the Terran R launch vehicle to deliver customer payloads to orbit.

What you will do

• Own AeonR integrated assembly from design release through integration and shipment.
• Develop build processes, specifications, work centers, tooling, and capital equipment plans to meet production-rate targets.
• Support production by resolving build issues, implementing technician feedback, updating BOMs, and completing build checkouts.
• Author test procedures and conduct tests to verify installed hardware health and build integrity.
• Work across sites and with vendors to improve manufacturing speed, reliability, quality, and lead time.
• Help develop and pilot ERP, MES, and QMS tools for high-quality vehicle manufacturing.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Engineering.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to write detailed work instructions and process plans.
• Ability to investigate, resolve, and screen hardware non-conformances.
• Ability to work with and train technicians.
• Ability to work with vendors to have parts produced quickly and reliably.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing, subtractive manufacturing, and related precision inspection techniques.

Nice to have

• Experience leading a small team.
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment.
• Experience working in a propulsion development program.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a cross-functional environment with autonomy, ownership, and direct impact on rocket, factory, and manufacturing development.
• Competitive salary and equity.
• Generous PTO and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and reasonable workplace accommodations.