Varda Space
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Integration)
$140K–$203K
El Segundo, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 30, 2026
- Experience
- 3+ years in vehicle or system-level integration or final assembly; the degree qualification typically considers 3–6+ years of equivalent professional experience.
- Education
- B.S. in Mechanical or Systems Engineering, or a related discipline, with consideration given to equivalent professional experience. Preferred: M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering specialized in Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, Control Theory, or similar, or related discipline, with consideration given to equivalent professional experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- Only hires U.S. persons permitted to access the technology without an export license; U.S. persons are U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals admitted as refugees or granted asylum.
About the job
Oversee spacecraft final assembly and integration, coordinating subsystem interfaces, procedures, readiness, and corrective actions to deliver flight-ready vehicles.
What you'll do
- Own integration sequences and procedures from subassembly mating through vehicle closeout and acceptance.
- Coordinate manufacturing with engineering disciplines, resolve interface and assembly issues, and lead readiness reviews.
- Manage integration non-conformances, track production metrics, and improve processes, tooling, and handling requirements.
What they ask for
- B.S. in Mechanical or Systems Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- 3+ years in vehicle or system-level integration or final assembly in aerospace, defense, robotics, or similar industries.
- Experience developing and executing complex assembly or integration procedures; understanding of mechanical, electrical, and fluid subsystem interfaces.
- Able to regularly lift 25 lbs., bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods while working with flight hardware.
Nice to have
- M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience leading integration on a launch vehicle, satellite, or spacecraft program; familiarity with aerospace integration and test flows.
Pay
USD 140,333 - 202,703 per year (base salary)
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