# Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Spacecraft Machining) at Impulse Space > Onsite · United States · Senior · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Aimpulsespace%3A449889 (read 2026-11-08). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Impulse Space](https://alderhq.app/companies/impulse-space) - Location text: Redondo Beach, California - Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · United States (evidence: "Location: Redondo Beach, California") - Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown - First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://impulsespace.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/8d16962d-801a-4bc2-a4f4-44cd3f4b33e0 - Skills listed (inferred): Python, SQL ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: $145k–$185k per year (from the listing's pay field) ## Description (the employer's text) As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will own all aspects of manufacturing spacecraft chassis & aluminum panels, set up machining cells, and iterate products from development test articles to high volume production. Impulse is building an exceptional team and this position is a growth opportunity open to high performers of any experience level above the basic qualifications (Staff, Principal, etc.). ### Responsibilities - Own all aspects of spacecraft component manufacturing from product inception and iteration to volume production (i.e. tank skins, vehicle structures, large & thin aluminum hardware) - Work with various CAM software (i.e. NX, MasterCam) and strong ability to learn and become expert in new software rapidly - Install advanced CNC machining work centers and develop processes for prototype, test and flight hardware - Work with the design and development teams to iterate designs for manufacturability and produce highly reliable, cost-efficient components - Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions - Grow your experience in numerous manufacturing fields to advance in house production capabilities and forge our path through space ### Skills - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or related field - 5+ year(s) of experience with CNC machines and various CAM packages (NX, MasterCam, HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.) - 5+ year(s) of experience in a design, test, manufacturing, or production environment - Experience on 5-axis mills and/or routers - Experience on manual and CNC mills and/or lathes - Ability to rapidly pick up new CAM software and manage large tool libraries - Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams ### Benefits - 7+ years of demonstrated experience with CNC machines and various CAM packages (HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.) - 5+ years of demonstrated experience programming machining for spacecraft components (structures), experience programming in MAX-PAC - Excited to setup, work on and manufacture hardware on the shop floor. Develop production processes from the ground up including driving design improvements for manufacturing - Self-starter able to identify problems and implement solutions with limited supervision - Experience on various machines and OEM software including Heidenhain, Okuma OSP, Siemens, Fanuc, etc. - Experience setting up machine shops, recommending and evaluating capital for purchase - Extremely hands on. Experience with fabrication tools and processes (electric/pneumatic power tools, manual lathes/mills, calipers, welding equipment, etc.) - Familiarity with CAD software (NX or equivalent), geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and work holding design and analysis Prior experience working in a fast-paced agile product development environment - Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed - Python / SQL programming experience or similar - High attention to detail and rapid pace of execution Additional Information: Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. ### Additional Information Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Aimpulsespace%3A449889 and the date you read it. 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