Impulse Space
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Solar Modules)
$140K–$180K
Redondo Beach, California · On-site · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- 4+ years for solar-module development and/or manufacturing; 4+ years setting up a solar manufacturing line. Preferred: 6+ years in solar manufacturing.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, 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.
About the job
Own and improve the manufacturing, testing, and production scale-up of solar modules for space vehicles.
What you'll do
- Develop and scale solar-module manufacturing processes; analyze defects and improve quality and yield.
- Lead prototype failure analysis and collaborate with design and cross-functional teams on manufacturability and reliability.
- Support production-floor builds, work instructions, technician guidance, and environmental and functional testing.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 4+ years of demonstrated solar-module development and/or manufacturing experience.
- 4+ years of experience setting up a solar manufacturing line, including using stringers and laminators.
- Experience with failure analysis of solar modules or electronic devices in development or production.
Nice to have
- MS degree in a listed engineering or science field, or related field.
- 6+ years of solar manufacturing experience, particularly for space applications.
Pay
$140,000 - $180,000 / year (base salary)
Tools
stringers, laminators
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