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Manufacturing Engineer

Planet operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites providing worldwide data for commercial, environmental, and humanitarian use. The Manufacturing Engineer in the New Product Introduction team will develop and scale assembly, integration, and test processes for next-generation satellites, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient spacecraft delivery.

Skills

  • Experience building satellites or complex optical and electromechanical assemblies
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Strong SolidWorks skills to develop tooling and fixtures
  • Hands-on hardware assembly, integration, and testing experience
  • Excellent attention to detail and technical writing capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Support assembly, integration, and testing of satellites and subsystems
  • Develop and document assembly procedures and work instructions
  • Design mechanical and electrical equipment and fixtures to aid manufacturing processes
  • Drive resolution of non-conformances and implement process improvements
  • Recommend facility and capital equipment upgrades for scaling production
  • Train production technicians to transition manufacturing from R&D to production
  • Provide design for manufacturing and assembly recommendations to design teams
  • Monitor production metrics and implement corrective actions

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off plus holidays and company-wide days off
  • 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Home Office, Phone, and Internet Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement and LinkedIn Learning access
  • Equity and Commuter Benefits where applicable
  • Volunteering Paid Time Off
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Do you want to be a part of a mission-driven agile aerospace company? Here at Planet, we believe in using space to help life on earth. We design, build, and operate the world's largest constellation of earth-imaging satellites that deliver an un...

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June 27, 2025

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