Impulse Space
Manufacturing Engineer (Tank Weldment/Primary Structure)
$115K–$185K
Redondo Beach, California · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- 3+ years of demonstrated hands-on manufacturing experience; preferred: 5+ years in aerospace or a related industry working with metallic structures; preferred: 3+ years of welding experience.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State to comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR.
About the job
Develops and owns manufacturing processes for tank weldments and primary structures for Impulse Space’s Helios kick-stage vehicle.
What you'll do
- Own manufacturing processes and requirements throughout the hardware lifecycle, including design-for-manufacturability decisions.
- Design, build, and activate production cells; manage factory layouts, workflows, and manufacturing capabilities.
- Work with technicians and vendors to produce hardware, improve processes, and support continuous improvement.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field.
- Demonstrated experience developing manufacturing processes and working in a hardware development environment.
- 3+ years of demonstrated hands-on manufacturing experience.
- Proficiency with CAD software and ability to learn new tools.
Nice to have
- Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience in aerospace or a related industry working with metallic structures.
Pay
$115,000 - $185,000 USD / year (base salary)
Tools
CAD, fusion welding, solid state welding, machining, non-destructive examination
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