Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Umbra is seeking a Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and sustainment of its space vehicle and payload production lines. The role supports the expansion of Umbra's SAR satellite constellation and ensures manufacturing processes meet strict aerospace standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, document, and continuously improve production procedures for spacecraft and payload assembly.
• Provide day‑to‑day engineering support for production and quality processes.
• Train production personnel and leadership on new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Lead manufacturing teams to resolve real‑time process issues.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and procedures.

Required profile

• Proven experience in spacecraft or satellite manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, manufacturing, machining, assembly, integration, tooling, test, and quality‑assurance techniques.
• Ability to work on‑site in Santa Barbara and collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams.

Required skills

• Manufacturing process development
• Machining
• Assembly
• Integration
• Tooling design and implementation
• Test procedures
• Quality assurance

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge space technology.
• Contribution to a vertically integrated satellite program.
• Collaborative environment focused on mission‑ready performance.