Manufacturing Engineer I

Katalyst Description:

Katalyst is an American technology companyfocused on dynamic space operations.We are building a fleet ofdual-use multipurposerobotic space vehiclestocreate thefuture where maneuvering upgrading refuelingresupplyand exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained responsive operations possible we enable a new era of spaceexplorationthat strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Katalyst Culture:

Working at Katalyst is intense hands-on and deeply rewarding. Youll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility craftsmanship and doing things the right way even when its harder. Youll work closely with thoughtful driven teammates who push each other to do their best.

WhatYoullDo

• Translate released engineering designs drawings specifications and engineering bills of material into executable manufacturing plans manufacturing BOMsand build kits routings travelers work instructions inspection points and test hold points for spacecraft hardware.

• Own production planning and sequencing for spacecraft payload and subsystem builds; coordinate with engineering supply chain quality and technicians to ensure materials tooling documentation work centers and inspection resources are ready when work is scheduled.

• Maintain and improve manufacturing data in ERP/MRP systems including BOM structures routings work orders lead times material requirements WIP status and build priorities;identifyshortages and constraints early and drive recovery plans.

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes assembly sequences tooling and fixtures build layouts and DFM/DFA recommendations that reduce risk rework cycle time and ambiguity on the floor.

• Support technicians and engineers during hardware builds integration and test by resolving work-instruction gaps drawing discrepancies nonconformances redlines engineering changes and unexpected production issues without losing configuration control.

• Build practical labor capacity and schedule plans for low-rate high-complexity flight hardware;establishbuild-readiness criteria daily priorities milestone tracking and clear escalation paths for material tooling quality or engineering blockers.

WhatWereLooking For

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Aerospace Engineering Operations or a related technical discipline; equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience may be considered.

• 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering production planningsystems engineeringA&ITormanufacturing operations supporting aerospace defense spacecraft robotics or other high-reliability hardware.

• Demonstrated experience creating andmaintainingmanufacturing plans routings travelers work instructions BOMs work orders and build documentation from engineering drawings and released technical data.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing flow material readiness sequencing work-center constraints tooling inspection requirements and the practicalrealitiesof executing complex hardware builds on the shop floor.

• Experience using ERP/MRP MES PLM or related manufacturing systems to manage BOMs routings material demand work orders configuration changes WIP and production status.

• Ability to work across engineering supply chain quality technicians and program teams; communicate blockers clearly; and drive issues to closure with disciplined follow-through.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced highly collaborative environment where schedule urgency must be balanced with flight-hardware quality configuration control and sound engineering judgment.

Your Ideal Background

Preferred

• Experience planning or manufacturing spacecraft launch vehiclesaircraft defensesystems robotics or other low-volume high-complexity flight or mission-critical hardware.

• Experience with AS9100-style quality systems configuration management engineering change control nonconformance/MRB processes lot or serial traceability and as-built documentation.

• Experience in avionics/electronics and/or manufacturing engineering is preferred but notrequired. Strong organizational and communication skills are highly valued particularly for candidates supporting planning and coordination activities.

• Hands-on familiarity with a range of manufacturing and integration processes such as machining sheet metal composites bonding mechanical assembly cable/harness integration electronics installation or precision metrology.

• Experience developing manufacturing tooling fixtures assembly aids or shop layouts and working directly with technicians to improve safety ergonomics repeatability and cycle time.

• Experience supporting first-article prototype or new-product-introduction builds and transitioning processes from one-off development hardware toward repeatable production

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $70000 - $110000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130 which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information and as a result Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin.