Machining & Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

iRocket (Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc.) is pioneering fully autonomous, fully reusable small launch vehicles for responsive access to space. We leverage cutting-edge propulsion, reuse, and sustainable propellant technologies to make launch more frequent, lower cost, and eco-friendly. We are headquartered in New Hyde Park, NY.

The Role

As a Machining & Manufacturing Engineer at iRocket, you will own the development, optimization, and scaling of high-precision manufacturing processes for rocket hardware. You will work cross-functionally with design, test, supply chain, and quality teams to mature processes from prototype through production. You will report to the Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering.

Develop, validate, and refine machining processes (CNC turning, milling, EDM, grinding, etc.) for rocket components

Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability, offer design for manufacturing (DFM) feedback, and propose design changes where beneficial

Create and maintain manufacturing BOMs, process flows, work instructions, and SOPs

Support installation, calibration, qualification, and commissioning of new machines and tooling

Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for production issues and drive corrective and preventive actions

Implement process controls, error-proofing, statistical monitoring, and quality gates

Participate in manufacturability reviews and design reviews to provide input from a manufacturing perspective

Document and drive continuous improvement in process maturity, standardization, and scaling

Support aerospace / defense compliance efforts (e.g. AS9100, aerospace quality standards)

Occasionally support mission-critical deadlines which may require non-standard hours

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline

3+ years of experience in machining / manufacturing engineering in aerospace, defense, or precision industries

Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerancing, fixtures, tooling, materials, machining best practices

Hands-on experience developing machining processes, tooling, fixturing

Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

Ability to work cross-functionally, strong problem solving, and data analysis skills

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Master’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Experience with aerospace quality systems (AS9100, NADCAP, etc.)

Familiarity with additive manufacturing, welding, exotic materials, or hybrid manufacturing methods

Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen)

Proficiency in CAD/CAM or manufacturing software (e.g. NX, SolidWorks, Mastercam, etc.)

Experience in propulsion, space, or high-reliability systems

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Wellness Resources

Full-time