Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job description

The future of aerospace and defense starts here. Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands. As a Manufacturing Engineer focused on NPI and production readiness, you will be the architect of the production ecosystem. You will bridge the gap between initial hardware design and full-rate production by designing, simulating, and implementing world-class manufacturing systems. Your mission is to ensure that every subcomponent has a defined, validated path to flight/delivery, minimizing waste and maximizing OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) through rigorous Value Stream Mapping, DFM collaboration, and data-driven line balancing. Key Responsibilities: - Manufacturing Systems Design & Simulation - Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Define the end-to-end process flow for hardware, accounting for technical validation, cycle times, resource allocation, and equipment requirements. - Factory Layout & Flow: Design production layouts that...