Ground System Development Build Engineer – Level II

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. Author detailed and competent work instructions for fabrication, assembly, and integration of small structures, pressurized gas systems, cryogenic systems, instrumentation, and field installations .

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeVan Horn • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,852 - $128,592 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Author detailed and competent work instructions for fabrication, assembly, and integration of small structures, pressurized gas systems, cryogenic systems, instrumentation, and field installations
Maintain configuration control by validating as-built documentation and ensuring accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) integration into enterprise configuration management systems
Manage a daily schedule for technician scope with a detailed 2-week look ahead plan for internal technician work
Facilitate daily stand-up meetings to review completed work, establish next-day priorities, and ensure alignment across technical teams
Design end-to-end execution strategies that outline fabrication methodology and integration sequence for test infrastructure projects
Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety in test stand construction
Provide technical oversight for installation of pressurized gas systems, cryogenic fluid systems, and associated instrumentation
Work with procurement and supply chain to ensure readiness of materials and components for work orders
Participate in technical reviews for new designs and installation procedures
Work with engineering to resolve technical impediments through systematic diagnosis of fabrication and assembly anomalies, implementing engineered solutions that maintain product integrity and program timeline
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements for pressure systems, cryogenic handling, crane lifts, hot work, and other related requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering or related technical field
3+ years of direct, hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, or field integration role
Demonstrated experience developing right-sized work instructions and technical documentation
Knowledge of pressure systems, fluid systems, or aerospace ground support equipment
Basic understanding of instrumentation and control systems – integration of sensors and cabling
Familiarity with safety protocols for high-pressure gaseous systems, cryogenic systems, general manufacturing, and field integration
Ability to interpret P&ID schematics, engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
Proficient computer skills and MS Office
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Up to four (4) weeks paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

fabricationassemblyintegrationprocess improvementstechnical documentationpressure systemsfluid systemsinstrumentationP&ID interpretationengineering models

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationalleadershipproblem-solvingcollaborationplanningtechnical oversightefficiency improvementsafety complianceprioritization

Certifications

B.S. degree in Mechanical EngineeringB.S. degree in Aerospace EngineeringB.S. degree in Industrial Engineering