5-7 years of experience in manufacturing/integration engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Proven track record leading high-performing integration teams in aerospace or related fields
Experience with quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO9001
3+ years of experience managing, mentoring, and developing a team
Responsibilities
Lead the Integration team for subsystem and full-vehicle integration builds and testing
Collaborate with design teams on manufacturability and integration strategies
Own and coordinate the Bill of Materials for integrated assemblies
Support engineers with failure analysis and troubleshooting
Optimize integration processes for efficiency and quality
Create and maintain integration plans and work instructions
Work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components and approve their processes
Perform hands-on integration and testing according to specifications
Participate in design reviews to assess integration feasibility
Partner with quality assurance to establish quality control processes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the integration line
Adapt to shifting priorities while meeting production schedules
Benefits
Opportunity to lead a critical team in a fast-paced aerospace environment
Hands-on involvement in cutting-edge spacecraft integration
Potential for professional growth and development in a leadership role
Engagement with cross-functional teams and suppliers
Contribution to innovative projects with significant impact on aerospace technology
Full Job Description
Manager of Integration, reporting to the VP of Manufacturing and Test, to lead the integration of satellite subsystems into complete flight-ready spacecraft. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position based in our Gardena, CA facility.
Responsibilities
Lead the Integration team, overseeing subsystem-level and full-vehicle integration builds and functional testing
Collaborate with design teams on manufacturability and integration approach for structures, avionics, and payload subsystems
Own and coordinate Bill of Materials for integrated assemblies
Support Responsible Engineers with failure analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations
Optimize integration processes for efficiency, quality, and cost
Create and maintain integration plans, procedures, and work instructions
Work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components; review and approve supplier processes
Perform hands-on integration and testing per engineering specifications
Participate in design reviews, contributing input on integration feasibility and reliability
Partner with quality assurance to establish rigorous quality control processes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the integration line
Meet production schedules while adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-moving environment
Minimum Qualifications
Track record leading a high-performing integration team in aerospace or a related field
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
7+ years in manufacturing/integration engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role
Experience working within a quality system such as AS9100 or ISO9001
3+ years managing, mentoring, and developing a team
Preferred Skills & Experience
Strong understanding of spacecraft integration, electromechanical assembly, and test techniques
CAD experience (e.g., Siemens NX) for design review
Experience authoring integration documentation (SOPs, work orders)
Familiarity with IPC and related aerospace standards
Strong root-cause problem-solving skills
Hands-on integration and test experience across multiple subsystems
Knowledge of lean manufacturing / Six Sigma
Additional Requirements
Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical milestones
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
U.S. Export Control Compliance Status
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore must be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62, or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees/refugees with granted (not pending) status.
