Manufacturing​/Process Engineer, -Rel

Company Overview

Blue Marble Communications designs and manufactures high‑performance RF, free‑space optical, and network communication modules and systems for deployment onboard satellites and other space vehicles. Our current product offerings include software‑defined RF, microwave, and millimeter‑wave modem/transceivers; optical laser communications terminals, Ethernet routers/switches, and systems comprised of combinations of these modules. BMC embraces a modern workplace culture and inclusive environment.

• Work with hardware design engineers to develop test plans and procedures, both at a detailed level (individual test procedures) and high level (big picture test campaign).
• Manage and organize various forms of manufacturing documentation, including certificates, travelers, and test data, as well as non‑conformance reports, change orders, etc.
• Analyze production flows and procedures, estimating time and labor requirements, and propose changes that would result in improvements to throughput, efficiency, quality, etc.
• Help with first‑article assembly, integration, and qualification testing of electro‑mechanical and opto‑mechanical systems.
• Inspect PCBs, PCBAs, machined parts, mechanical assemblies, cable assemblies, optical assemblies, and sub‑assemblies, as necessary.
• Read and confirm compliance to Assembly Drawings, Bill of Materials (BOMs), Wire List, Engineering Drawings, Change Orders, and Rework Instructions.
• Use calipers, go/no‑go gauges, microscopes, torque drivers, micrometers, digital multimeters, etc., as needed to ensure product compliance.
• Participate in design reviews and review/approve documentation change orders.
• Recommend procedural or manufacturing process changes for continuous improvement.
• Prepare statistical analysis reports, specifications, and other technical documents.
• Facilitate Manufacturing Review Boards (MRBs) and Failure Review Boards (FRBs).
• Interface with external customers.

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and/or WHMA/IPC-A-620 certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Basic knowledge of the AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Strong background in industrial or manufacturing engineering fundamentals with training in work analysis, Six Sigma, manufacturing processes, manufacturing systems, and/or supply chain management.
• General knowledge of common manufacturing and test processes, procedures, and equipment. Ideal candidate would have hands‑on experience with some form of hardware build & test (e.g., CNC machining, 3D printing, resin casting).
• Strong sense of organization and attention to detail.
• Must be a US Person (United States Citizen, Permanent Resident, or person legally admitted into the United States as a refugee or granted asylum by the United States Government).

In the event an offer is extended, it is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

$90,000 - $150,000 per year