Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace): Developing and implementing cost-effective manufacturing processes for spacecraft assembly and integration with an accent on design for manufacturability and production readiness. Focus on transitioning hardware from R&D to full-rate production and resolving real-time manufacturing discrepancies.

Location: On-site in Englewood, Colorado

Company

hirify.global is a specialized aerospace company focused on lunar exploration and the development of advanced spacecraft hardware.

What you will do

• Develop production procedures and manage the transition of components and module assemblies from development to full-rate production.
• Lead production readiness reviews and refine manufacturing processes to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and resolve manufacturing non-conformances using root cause corrective actions.
• Design manufacturing support equipment and author detailed assembly instructions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, systems, test, and quality teams to resolve hardware issues in real time.
• Identify capital tooling needs and lead the effort to establish new production work center capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Proven ability to develop and qualify manufacturing processes for complex hardware.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent quality management systems.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in Englewood, Colorado.

Nice to have

• Experience in aerospace, spacecraft, launch vehicle, or satellite manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or NX.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Familiarity with NASA or DoD manufacturing standards and ITAR-controlled hardware.
• Experience with PLM/MES or ERP systems like Windchill, Arena, or SAP.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage with 100% company-paid options for medical, vision, and dental plans.
• Financial security through a 401(k) plan with company matching and a stock option program.
• Generous paid time off, including 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays.
• Practical perks including a monthly meal stipend and company-paid RTD EcoPass for commuters.
• Support for professional growth via learning stipends and skills training.