Manufacturing Engineer (Tank Weldment/Primary Structure)

Location

Redondo Beach, CA

Wage

$115,000 – $140,000/yr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on June 24, 2026

Job Description

Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer for Tank Weldments at Impulse, you will be responsible for building the primary pressure boundary for Impulse’s new 'Helios' kick-stage vehicle. This role requires execution on aggressive timelines and rapid design iterations, focusing on design for manufacturability and the development of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Own the entire manufacturing life cycle for assigned projects & hardware.
  • Select manufacturing processes during the hardware design phase and identify options to inform design.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on primary structure manufacturing processes including welding and machining.
  • Design, build and activate factory production cells and own factory layouts.
  • Optimize and accelerate existing manufacturing processes for tank integration & supporting structures.
  • Work directly with machinists, welders & technicians to produce hardware that meets technical requirements.
  • Provide technical guidance to outside vendors and support supply chain development.
  • Update designs, manufacturing processes, and documentation to support continuous improvement.
  • Support manufacturing capital projects, including new facility activations and automation efforts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field.
  • Experience in developing manufacturing processes.
  • Experience working in a hardware development environment.
  • 3+ years of demonstrated hands-on manufacturing experience.
  • Proficiency with CAD software and ability to learn new tools.
  • Ability to adapt from a quick and scrappy work environment to a mature highly controlled production environment.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision

Additional Information

  • Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
  • Individual level and base pay may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, and technical capabilities.
  • Long-term incentives may include stock options.

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision