DescriptionAs a Manufacturing Engineer (Tube Shop) at Impulse, you will support the build of flight-critical tube assemblies for spacecraft propulsion, fluid transfer, and structural subsystems. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for developing, qualifying, and improving the fabrication processes for rigid and flexible tubing, including bending, flaring, swaging, welding, and assembly.
Responsibilities
Develop, validate, and continuously improve tube fabrication processes including CNC tube bending, end preparation, TIG welding, and assembly
Author and maintain detailed work instructions, process flows, and define custom tooling or fixtures as needed
Serve as the go-to technical resource for technicians on the floor. Troubleshoot build issues in real time
Collaborate with design and integration engineers to ensure tube routing and assembly designs are producible and optimized for scale
Ensure all operations meet strict aerospace process controls. Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for non-conformances
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering or related field \
2+ years of demonstrated experience in a manufacturing engineering role (aerospace or high-precision industries )
2+ years of demonstrated experience with tube bending, welding, or assembly (orbital welding, Swagelok, or Parker fittings a plus)
Demonstrated hands-on, shop-floor experience and comfort working directly with technicians and tooling
Skills and Experience
5+ years of demonstrated hands-on experience with tubes & welded assemblies for rocket
Working knowledge of GD&T and aerospace drawing standards
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and process specifications
Welding engineering or metallurgical background
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options , and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan .
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. , lawful permanent of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by , , , , /, veteran status, status, , , , marital status, mental or physical or any other legally protected status.
