Composite Materials and Process Engineer

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

What is the role: 

As a Composite Materials and Process Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing manufacturing processes for composite satellite components. You will oversee the installation of new manufacturing equipment, develop processing parameters, and lead the transition from R&D composite parts to production.

This role is based in our Arlington, TX office with travel to Saratoga, CA for the first couple months to ramp up.

• Develop detailed manufacturing processes and procedures for composite parts
• Create and validate processing parameters for space-grade composite components
• Design production workflow and floor layout for composite manufacturing
• Develop quality control parameters and inspection criteria for raw materials and final parts.
• Create work instructions and training materials for production team
• Support tooling development and validation for composite processing
• Troubleshoot processing challenges and implement solutions
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure manufacturability
• Establish process control methods and documentation

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Manufacturing or related field)
• 5 years of experience in composite manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with composite press molding processes
• Knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and standards
• Experience with process development and optimization
• Understanding of tooling requirements for composite processing
• Experience with manufacturing documentation and work instruction development
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Master's degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Manufacturing or related field)
• Experience with satellite manufacturing
• Knowledge of clean room manufacturing practices
• Experience commissioning new manufacturing equipment
• Background in transitioning products from R&D to production
• CAD skills e.g. Solidworks
• Programming skills e.g. Python, Matlab or similar

We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.

The Company is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E-Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success.  Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals.  In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.  

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:

• An opportunity to really make a difference

• Sustainability at our core

• Fair and honest workplace

• Innovative thinking is encouraged

• Competitive salaries

• Continuous learning and development

• Health and wellness care options

• Financial solutions for the future

• Optional legal services (US only)

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off