Lead Optical Manufacturing Engineer - Space Technologies

AeroVironment (AVAV)

Albuquerque, NM, United States
$111,500 - $158,025; not specified; not specified ...
Optical assembly, integration, and test
Develop optical manufacturing processes
Cleanroom environments (iso class 5 or better)
The Manufacturing Engineering Team within our Space Technologies area is responsible for developing and scaling assembly, integration, and test operations for next-generation space systems, including optical payloads, laser communication terminals, and space-qualified hardware for satellite and orbital applications

Job Summary

  • The Manufacturing Engineering Team within our Space Technologies area is responsible for developing and scaling assembly, integration, and test operations for next-generation space systems, including optical payloads, laser communication terminals, and space-qualified hardware for satellite and orbital applications.
  • This role is ideal for hands-on engineers who thrive on building and testing complex, high-precision optical products in cleanroom settings and take a methodical, innovative approach to pioneering and scaling production for defense and space missions.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Team within our Space Technologies area is responsible for developing and scaling assembly, integration, and test operations for next-generation space systems, including optical payloads, laser communication terminals, and space-qualified hardware for satellite and orbital applications.

Salary

$111,500 - $158,025; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Optical assembly, integration, and test
  • Develop optical manufacturing processes
  • Cleanroom environments (ISO Class 5 or better)
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM/DFA) feedback
  • Root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Optical system designs for space

Nice-to-have

  • Hands-on engineers thriving on building
  • Methodical, innovative approach
  • Collaborative, hands-on attitude
  • Excellent attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • 6 years total relevant experience
  • 3 years in optical assembly, integration, alignment, and test
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD security clearance
  • Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR

Work Rights

Must qualify as U.S. person under ITAR/EAR

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