GSE Manufacturing Engineer I

Firefly Aerospace

GSE Manufacturing Engineer coordinating procurement and fabrication of hardware supporting Firefly Aerospace endeavors. Working with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and timely project completion.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeBriggs • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing work order processes, including material procurement, assembly, and testing, while effectively communicating with stakeholders and resolving conflicts. Proficient in utilizing CAD software and ERP systems to enhance manufacturing efficiency and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringExperience With CAD SoftwareKnowledge Of NDE MethodsExperience With Odoo ERPKnowledge Of GD&T

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Hard Skills

Work Order Process ManagementMaterial ProcurementAssembly And TestingTechnical Drawing InterpretationMBOM CreationRFQ ManagementWelded Structural AssembliesPipe And Tube AssembliesFluorescent Dye PenetrantMagnetic Particle Testing

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsConflict Resolution SkillsCritical ThinkingDecision Making

Tools & Technologies

Siemens NXOdoo ERPVirtual Inventory Management

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentASME Y14.5Fluid System ComponentsHigh Stakes EnvironmentsDesign Reviews

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and improve upon existing work order process to improve efficiency between engineering drawing release and completion of fabrication, including drawing review, material procurement, material organization & kitting, Non-Destructive Testing, assembly, proof testing, coating, and commissioning
Direct interaction with technicians to reconcile differences in design intent vs as-built
Performing make/buy decisions to hit project budget & schedule requirements
Establish, manage, and leverage relationships with key suppliers and internal customers
Participation in design reviews, providing feedback on design for operability, serviceability, and manufacturability
Creation and upkeep of milestone-based schedules to communicate build progress to stakeholders
Identification and dispositioning of potential non-conformances found throughout the build lifecycle
Assist design engineers by creating mBOM's, creating RFQ's, and managing virtual inventory

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related technical field
3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, working directly with welded structural assemblies, pipe & tube assemblies, large precision machines, sheet steel bending & cutting
Knowledge of common NDE methods for weldments, including but not limited to: Fluorescent Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, and Ultrasonic Methods
Experience with CAD software (Siemens NX preferred)
Experience with Odoo or other comparable ERP System
Organizational skills to consolidate and communicate progress and complex systems and deliverables
Knowledge of GD&T & familiarity with ASME Y14.5
Working/functional knowledge of basic fluid system components (i.e. valves, tubing, piping, flanges)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey methodologies for assembly and troubleshooting
Able to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions
Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Ability to thrive in high stakes, stressful, short deadline environments
Critical thinking and strong decision making ability

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
parental leave
educational/relocation reimbursement
short term disability
flexible PTO options