What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer II position at Innoflight?
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Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you'll bridge design engineering and manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless production both in-house and with Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. You’ll drive process improvements, optimize manufacturing tools and test procedures, and oversee PCBA and unit-level testing. You’ll travel regularly to CM sites (25–50%) to support production launches, troubleshoot issues, and ensure product quality from design handoff to final production.
What You’ll Do
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $87,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
REFERRALS:
We love a good referral! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this position, please share!
A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you'll bridge design engineering and manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless production both in-house and with Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. You’ll drive process improvements, optimize manufacturing tools and test procedures, and oversee PCBA and unit-level testing. You’ll travel regularly to CM sites (25–50%) to support production launches, troubleshoot issues, and ensure product quality from design handoff to final production.
What You’ll Do
- Manufacturing Process Optimization: Develop, refine, and implement manufacturing tools, fixtures, and processes to enhance efficiency, yield, and product quality.
- Contract Manufacturing Liaison: Serve as the day-to-day technical point of contact for CM partners, resolving production issues, monitoring yields, and ensuring alignment with internal engineering requirements.
- Requirements Flowdown & Production Readiness: Translate design specifications, Assembly Instructions (AIs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and critical-to-quality (CTQ) requirements into actionable CM production plans.
- Test Engineering Oversight: Lead implementation and validation of PCBA and unit-level test fixtures and software at CM sites, monitor early yield trends, and troubleshoot failures.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), deviations, and revision control, ensuring CM partners work to the latest released documentation.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for yield improvement and process optimization across internal and CM production, driving corrective actions and streamlining test flows.
- Technical Guidance: Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and manufacturing staff on process best practices and problem-solving strategies.
- Manufacturing & PCBA Expertise: Skilled in PCBA troubleshooting, board-level diagnostics, and test methodology execution, with strong understanding of production flowdowns and yield analysis.
- Process Improvement & Problem Solving: Able to identify production bottlenecks early, lead root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and quality.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experienced in working with design, quality, production, and CM teams to ensure smooth NPI transitions and ongoing production success.
- Documentation & Compliance Management: Adept at maintaining ECOs, deviations, and production records, ensuring accurate, revision-controlled documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), or a related technical field.
- 3 or more years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment, preferably with Contract Manufacturing exposure.
- Proficiency in PCBA troubleshooting, board-level diagnostics, and system integration testing.
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, process optimization, and yield improvement techniques.
- Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical requirements to internal teams and external partners.
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across internal and CM environments.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically 25–50% of the time.
- Familiarity with documentation control, ECO processes, and applicable manufacturing standards.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $87,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:
- 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
- 10 paid holidays 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
- Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.
- Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
- Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
- Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
REFERRALS:
We love a good referral! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this position, please share!
A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.
Salary : $87,000 - $130,000