# Machining & Manufacturing Engineer

> Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc. · Hauppauge, United States · Full-time · Posted 2025-09-26

**Workplace:** on_site

## 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

## Apply

[Apply at Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc.](https://apply.workable.com/innovative-rocket-technologies-inc/j/8FE2AA0872/apply)

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