Electrical Manufacturing Engineer
Northridge, CA - USA
Job Summary
Title: Electrical Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Northridge CA (onsite)
Duration: Long term contract
Compensation:$70.00 - 75.00/hr. W2
Work Requirements: US Citizen GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
This is a visionary satellite connectivity initiative focused on building a next-generation Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. The mission is to help bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed low-latency internet services to underserved and remote communities around the world. By leveraging advanced satellite technology the team is working toward a future where reliable high-quality connectivity is accessible regardless of location.
The Engineering organization is a multidisciplinary technology team focused on rapidly delivering targeted scalable solutions for specialized customers across both space-based and terrestrial applications. The team collaborates closely with satellite constellation programs to provide seamless communication capabilities tailored to mission needs.
We are seeking an experienced Production Manufacturing Engineer with strong Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) expertise supporting electrical systems and components in aerospace environments. You will work cross-functionally to architect design and implement scalable manufacturing processes and tools for space-based and terrestrial product solutions in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
- Apply DFMA principles to electrical system designs including PCBs wire harnesses connectors and avionics assemblies using IPC-610/620 standards
- Partner with electrical design engineers and suppliers to optimize component selection assembly flow and manufacturing processes
- Develop and implement electrical assembly processes such as soldering crimping potting and conformal coating
- Create work instructions process documentation and quality control procedures
- Conduct design reviews to identify manufacturability risks in schematics PCB layouts and harness designs
- Support supplier qualification and component selection activities
- Implement automated testing solutions including functional testing continuity checks and hi-pot testing
- Drive cost reduction through DFMA analysis
- Ensure compliance with aerospace electrical standards including AS9100 and IPC requirements
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for assembly defects
- Develop and maintain manufacturing BOMs routings and MES workflows
- Implement SPC and quality control standards
- Specify and program assembly equipment and control systems including PLC networking and protocols
- Implement automated documentation and work-order systems
- Lead DFM/DFC reviews and support design release activities
- Architect and validate manufacturing operations systems down to shop-floor workflows
- Track and report KPIs such as OEE throughput capacity utilization OTD and FPY
- Manage non-conformances anomalies and defects while driving continuous improvement in high-rate production environments
The Engineering organization is a multidisciplinary group focused on delivering scalable engineering solutions tailored to specialized customer requirements. The Integrated Engineering Solutions group supports the full lifecycle of engineering programs including architecture development requirements definition assembly integration and test (AI&T) verification and operational support.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (Manufacturing Electrical Mechanical Industrial or related field) or equivalent experience
- 5 years developing manufacturing systems for space hardware or automotive programs
- 5 years in technical leadership roles standing up facilities or manufacturing operations
- 5 years planning and launching production environments
- 3 years developing operations control processes and documentation
- Experience supporting satellite communications payloads spacecraft subsystems or space vehicle programs
Demonstrated experience processing and managing non-conformances (NCR/MRB) including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Experience creating and managing manufacturing routings and work instructions within MES or ERP systems
Strong working knowledge and practical application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Strong ownership mindset with the ability to deliver results with minimal direction
- Experience coordinating across engineering supply chain and production teams
- Background leading cross-functional groups of manufacturing industrial and test engineers
- Experience supporting multiple product development phases
- Programming or automation experience (Python Matlab LabVIEW PLC protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet TCP/IP CAN)
- Familiarity with space or military test standards (GEVS/SMC-S-016 MIL-STD-810 DO-160)
- Experience with RF and electrical test equipment such as spectrum analyzers signal generators power supplies and oscilloscopes
- Knowledge of calibration procedures and incoming inspection processes
- Broad exposure to satellite or space system design integration and test
- CAD (NX) PFMEA and GD&T experience
Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan
- and much more!
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services project and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at .
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