Top Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Denver & Boulder, CO

Leads manufacturing engineering and operational planning for complex aerospace products. Responsibilities include improving product manufacturability, developing compliant manufacturing processes, creating production plans and schedules, managing manufacturing and test operations, and leading multidisciplinary engineering and production teams. The role is on-site five days per week, may involve local travel, and requires a valid U.S. driver’s license. Clearance is not initially required, but eligibility for future submission may be necessary.

Leads manufacturing and test operations for complex aerospace products. Responsibilities include improving product manufacturability, reducing costs, ensuring quality and compliance, developing manufacturing processes and instructions, creating production plans and schedules, and leading cross-functional engineering, quality, testing, inspection, and technician teams. The role also resolves operational issues independently, supports integration testing, and coordinates with internal and external customers.

Leads manufacturing and test operations for complex aerospace products, including design-for-manufacturability, process development, production planning, scheduling, cost and quality improvement, and compliance. Manages and coordinates engineers, planners, quality staff, test engineers, inspectors, and technicians across fabrication, assembly, integration, testing, and procurement. Resolves operational issues independently and supports program cost, schedule, and performance goals in an on-site office, laboratory, production, or cleanroom environment.

Lead strategic initiatives to improve production efficiency and quality, design and optimize manufacturing processes, mentor junior engineers, integrate new products with production, oversee maintenance and predictive maintenance programs, diagnose complex equipment issues, and manage projects including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation in an aerospace/defense manufacturing environment.

Lead process optimization, quality control, and maintenance initiatives for aerospace manufacturing. Implement validation, reliability-centered maintenance, and manufacturing/maintenance management software. Mentor junior staff and lead cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.

The Manufacturing Engineer III leads process optimization projects, develops quality control measures, and enhances manufacturing processes while collaborating across teams.

Develop and implement manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety. Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions, lead Lean/Six Sigma process improvements, conduct process validation, support preventive maintenance, create SOPs/work instructions, read engineering drawings/schematics, analyze production data, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize production and resolve technical issues.

Lead manufacturing process development for high-reliability fluid and electro-mechanical aerospace systems. Drive design-for-manufacturing, process planning, BOMs, tooling, work instructions, prototype builds, test procedures, AI&T support, and continuous improvement for scalable production.

Lead development and scale manufacturing processes for aerospace and defense hardware. Own process planning, BOMs, routings, tooling, work instructions, test procedures, and manufacturing readiness. Drive continuous improvement, support prototype builds, and collaborate with design, quality, and production to ensure scalable, high-reliability manufacturing.

Lead development and deployment of manufacturing processes and capital equipment for solid rocket motor production. Serve as process owner and SME, design and source machines, support hands-on production builds, create SOPs/work instructions, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and quality.

Lead development and sustainment of optical coating capabilities for EO payloads. Collaborate with optical architects, supply chain, and technicians to design, qualify, and produce spaceflight-capable coatings. Produce data packages and reports, supervise junior staff, and maintain required security clearance and on-site presence for laboratory, production floor, and cleanroom work.

Leads electronics manufacturing engineering across product development, including process development, work instructions, NPI, production transitions, DFM/DFT reviews, PCB fabrication and assembly support, defect resolution, vendor qualification, and component sourcing. Partners with COMSEC, electrical hardware, supply chain, procurement, and external suppliers to ensure manufacturability, quality, reliability, standards compliance, and security requirements.

Develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes and systems for space hardware. Responsibilities include integrating materials and processes, production planning, quality control, precision assembly, testing, work-instruction development, tooling, process optimization, and collaboration with design and systems engineering teams. The role supports safe, efficient hardware production for testing, qualification, and flight while improving quality and reducing cost.

Lead manufacturing engineering and production activities for dilution refrigerators. Configure and optimize production lines, manage engineers and technicians, improve manufacturing processes, implement quality systems, drive continuous improvement, create work instructions, design jigs and equipment, support design-for-manufacturing efforts, and manage aggressive production schedules.

Lead a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering team supporting spacecraft assembly, integration, and production. Develop controlled process plans, work instructions, routings, BOMs, tooling, fixtures, and layouts; troubleshoot production issues; conduct root cause investigations; improve quality, throughput, ergonomics, and repeatability; ensure EBOM/MBOM/PBOM alignment; provide DFMA feedback; mentor engineers; and introduce scalable manufacturing technologies and automation. The role requires substantial on-site production-floor work in Golden, Colorado.

Leads mechanical design of automated fluid test systems for aerospace propulsion manufacturing. Responsibilities include P&IDs, flow and pressure analysis, CAD packaging and tube routing, structural and instrumentation design, fixtures, commissioning, design reviews, documentation, and hands-on production support. The role involves high-pressure, vacuum, hazardous, and cryogenic fluids, collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams, and compliance with applicable safety and piping standards.

Manufacturing Engineer supporting new product introduction, process improvement, production troubleshooting, tooling and fixture design, capital projects, preventive maintenance, corrective actions, and employee training. The role applies Lean, PDCA, DMAIC, statistical methods, GD&T, PPAP, ISO 9001, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards to improve safety, quality, cost, delivery, and efficiency in electronics and wire/cable assembly manufacturing.

Lead design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and processes. Drive safety, quality, and throughput improvements, manage capital projects, apply CI and structured problem solving, and coach cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness and sustained operational excellence.

Support manufacturing across all levels: design and optimize processes and line balancing; specify tooling, fixtures, and equipment; support production ramp-up; lead continuous improvement and root cause analysis; collaborate with design, quality, and supply chain teams.

Leads manufacturing engineering projects, process investigations, validation studies, and continuous-improvement initiatives. Supports production processes including machining, finishing, and packaging; designs fixtures and tooling; performs measurement system analysis; develops manufacturing and inspection procedures; and supports equipment acquisition, installation, validation, and training. Collaborates with production, quality, finance, product development, and vendors while maintaining compliance with QSR, SOPs, safety requirements, and quality systems. Global project support and some travel may be required.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will support production, improve manufacturing processes, design tools, train operators, and oversee engineering documentation. You will also interact with customers and evaluate product specifications.

Develop and implement fabrication and production processes for aerospace electronic assemblies. Support hands-on production, troubleshoot and disposition non-conforming hardware, create work instructions, participate in RCAs, support DFMA and engineering change implementation, and generate manufacturing routings and control plans.

Optimize and troubleshoot processes for PIC wafer fabrication, support scaling and production yield, and utilize metrology equipment for process control.

This role involves overseeing PCB assembly and wire harness manufacturing, implementing processes, troubleshooting, conducting quality control, and managing product introduction for electronics manufacturing.

Conversion role for interns to a full-time Manufacturing Engineer. Requires a BS in mechanical/aerospace/astronautical engineering, strong communication, self-driven problem solving, and ability to work independently and on rapid development teams. Provides centralized manufacturing engineering support across business units.