34 aerospace and defense jobs found in Natick, MA

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Busek Co. Inc. Role Overview As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will support our Electrothermal Engineering team in a mixed design and production environment, delivering premier space flight projects. This role allows you to create and manage flight-critical hardware designs from initial concept to production. You will work in a highly collaborative team while also providing innovative solutions for advancing space technologies. Candidates should have prior experience in a complex manufacturing environment and a passion for cutting-edge space exploration.About Busek Co. Inc. Busek researches, develops, and produces technologies for challenging space missions, ranging from small spacecraft in low-earth orbit to CubeSats and probes exploring the moon and beyond. Our talented staff specialize in in-space propulsion, space-borne sensors, materials science, and high-fidelity electronic design. Busek's achievements include the first US Hall Effect...

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician Description: Join Busek's innovative team to develop cutting-edge electric space propulsion systems. You'll work closely with a team of skilled engineers in a hands-on role focused on the manufacturing, testing, and production of high-tech propulsion hardware. This position is perfect for someone with a passion for electro-mechanical systems and the drive to bring advanced equipment to life. About Busek: Busek Co. Inc. is a leader in space propulsion, delivering reliable and innovative thruster systems for the demanding requirements of spaceflight. Our expertise includes green monopropellant thrusters, solar electric propulsion, and high-powered electric propulsion, supporting both near-Earth and deep-space missions. Join us to be part of groundbreaking advancements in space technology. Key Responsibilities: Assemble and test electric space propulsion components and related test equipment Set up and configure testing...

Manufacturing/Process Engineer Busek Co. Inc. - Natick, MA Busek is seeking a dependable and self-driven Manufacturing/Process Engineer to collaborate with our Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations teams, and Technicians. This role is crucial to ensure smooth production processes across R&D and manufacturing environments, supporting the company's mission to deliver advanced space propulsion technologies. About Busek Co. Inc.: Busek develops pioneering space propulsion systems for a variety of spacecraft, ranging from small CubeSats to large satellites. Known for innovations such as the first U.S. Hall thruster in space, Busek leads the industry in in-space propulsion technologies. Our work spans high and low-volume production of reliable propulsion components for missions beyond Earth. Learn more at www.busek.com. How You Will Make a Difference: As a Manufacturing/Process Engineer , you will play a vital role in transforming groundbreaking designs...

Sustaining Mechanical Engineer (Engineering / Design Team) Location: Natick, MA Company: Busek Co. Inc.About Us: Busek is a leader in innovative space propulsion technologies, specializing in electric and chemical propulsion systems. Our team pioneers advancements in space exploration by developing cutting-edge propulsion solutions for government and commercial applications.Position Overview: We are seeking a Sustaining Mechanical Engineer with strong SolidWorks and mechanical design experience to support the development of advanced propulsion systems and spacecraft components. This role will involve both new product development and sustaining engineering , with a focus on making necessary adjustments to in-progress projects to optimize performance, manufacturability, and reliability . The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, analyzing, testing, and refining mechanical assemblies for spaceflight applications .Key Responsibilities: Design and develop...

Mechanical Engineer (Engineering / Design Team) Location: Natick, MA Company: Busek Co. Inc. About Us: Busek is a leader in innovative space propulsion technologies, specializing in electric and chemical propulsion systems. Our team pioneers advancements in space exploration by developing cutting-edge propulsion solutions for government and commercial applications. Position Overview: We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong SolidWorks and mechanical design experience to support the development of advanced propulsion systems and spacecraft components. This role will involve both new product development and sustaining engineering , with a focus on making necessary adjustments to in-progress projects to optimize performance, manufacturability, and reliability. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, analyzing, testing, and refining mechanical assemblies for spaceflight applications. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop mechanical...

Mechanical Engineer (Engineering / Design Team) Location: Natick, MA Company: Busek Co. Inc. About Us: Busek is a leader in innovative space propulsion technologies, specializing in electric and chemical propulsion systems. Our team pioneers advancements in space exploration by developing cutting-edge propulsion solutions for government and commercial applications. Position Overview: We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in designing electronic packaging for power processing units (PPUs) and electro-mechanical systems for spacecraft applications. This role will focus on the design, analysis, testing, and integration of electro-mechanical assemblies, emphasizing electrical and mechanical interface considerations. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing advanced spaceflight hardware and ensuring the reliability of power and propulsion systems. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop electro-mechanical components and assemblies using...

Job Number: 749 External Description: Join the integrated Government-industry team delivering Phalanx Griffon (PG) -a platform-agnostic, open-architecture aerial node that pushes real-time, multi-level-secure data to the tactical edge. As the Senior Aeronautical Engineer , you will be the program's primary air-vehicle integration lead, translating the digital design into safe, air-worthy hardware and ensuring seamless fit, form, and function across multiple aircraft types. Essential Job Functions: Platform Integration Lead Own the aircraft-level mechanical & structural integration of the Nomad hardware stack, SATCOM apertures, and platform-interface modules (PIMs). Develop and coordinate AF Form 1067 packages, air-worthiness artifacts, and flight-clearance data with System Program Offices (SPOs), Flight Test Centers, and OEMs. Perform trade studies and SWaP-C analyses to down-select form-factor options for priority platforms. Digital...

Job Number: 741 External Description: Senior Aeronautical Engineer - DoD - Bedford, MA (Hanscom AFB) - US Citizen. Top Secret/SCI security clearance Full time position includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, match 401k and is an employee owned organization! We are an employee owned organization with a reputation for agile and efficient development of technology solutions for U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets. We continue to provide innovative solutions with our multidisciplinary teams formed with exceptional employees. Join the integrated Government-industry team delivering Phalanx Griffon (PG) -a platform-agnostic, open-architecture aerial node that pushes real-time, multi-level-secure data to the tactical edge. As the Senior Aeronautical Engineer , you will be the program's primary air-vehicle integration lead, translating the digital design into safe, air-worthy hardware and ensuring seamless...

Join the integrated Government-industry team delivering Phalanx Griffon (PG) -a platform-agnostic, open-architecture aerial node that pushes real-time, multi-level-secure data to the tactical edge. As the Senior Aeronautical Engineer , you will be the program's primary air-vehicle integration lead, translating the digital design into safe, air-worthy hardware and ensuring seamless fit, form, and function across multiple aircraft types. Essential Job Functions: Platform Integration Lead Own the aircraft-level mechanical & structural integration of the Nomad hardware stack, SATCOM apertures, and platform-interface modules (PIMs). Develop and coordinate AF Form 1067 packages, air-worthiness artifacts, and flight-clearance data with System Program Offices (SPOs), Flight Test Centers, and OEMs. Perform trade studies and SWaP-C analyses to down-select form-factor options for priority platforms. Digital Engineering & Model-Based Design Author/maintain 3-D CAD...

Join the integrated Government-industry team delivering Phalanx Griffon (PG) -a platform-agnostic, open-architecture aerial node that pushes real-time, multi-level-secure data to the tactical edge. As the Senior Aeronautical Engineer , you will be the program's primary air-vehicle integration lead, translating the digital design into safe, air-worthy hardware and ensuring seamless fit, form, and function across multiple aircraft types. Essential Job Functions: Platform Integration Lead Own the aircraft-level mechanical & structural integration of the Nomad hardware stack, SATCOM apertures, and platform-interface modules (PIMs). Develop and coordinate AF Form 1067 packages, air-worthiness artifacts, and flight-clearance data with System Program Offices (SPOs), Flight Test Centers, and OEMs. Perform trade studies and SWaP-C analyses to down-select form-factor options for priority platforms. Digital Engineering & Model-Based Design Author/maintain 3-D CAD...

Job Description: Saab Inc.'s, Autonomous and Undersea Systems division is seeking an innovative and motivated Associate Systems Engineer to support technical teams in pursuit of capturing, decomposing, analyzing, deriving, allocating, implementing, and verifying product and systems design requirements for autonomous Unmanned Surface/Underwater Vehicles (aUSVs/aUUVs, AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). This position will sit in Quincy, MA . Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Decomposing stakeholder needs and Concepts of Operation into system/sub-system level requirements. Perform functional analysis, derivation, and allocation to lower level system/sub-system elements. Experience with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) is a plus. Applying fundamentals and best practices of system engineering to create innovative solutions and solve challenging problems. Experience with Design for Manufacturability a plus. Assisting in the development and...

Engineer, Manufacturing Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. This role will also recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls and coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products. This role will support daily management activities to ensure commitments are achieved and communicated to the customer support teams. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE Principle Responsibilities Develops and implements optimized and cost-effective manufacturing processes and inspection methods (as applicable), in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Develops overall engineering project strategies and timelines, including critical path identification and project risks. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, assembly methods, and...

Sr. Engineer, Manufacturing Position Summary The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. This role will also recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls and coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products. This role will support daily management activities to ensure commitments are achieved and communicated to the customer support teams. US CITIZENSHIP is required for this position. Principle Responsibilities Develops and implements optimized and cost-effective manufacturing processes and inspection methods (as applicable), in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Develops overall engineering project strategies and timelines, including critical path identification and project risks. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, assembly...

Job Type Full-time Description Optikos is seeking a talented and creative senior mechanical engineer to join our growing business of optical system development. You will join a diverse engineering staff and develop new and cutting-edge products for our customers and for the Optikos product line. Our small company atmosphere (80+ employees) is ideal for those engineers who enjoy the full gamut of product development, from conceptualization, modeling and simulation, to prototyping and laboratory testing. You will build the products you design and see them manufactured for use in consumer, industrial, medical, and aerospace applications. Optikos specializes in taking on interesting and challenging projects and we are eager to add talent to our exceptional team! A successful candidate has a solid foundation of mechanical knowledge and a proven track record of successful precision designs. You must be creative and inquisitive, a quick study, receptive to feedback, and willing to...

Company Overview: MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for DataCenter, Telecommunication and Industrial and Defense applications.Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and salesoffices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. MACOM is certified to theISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental managementstandard. MACOM has more than 65 years of application expertise withmultiple design centers, Si, GaAs and InP fabrication, manufacturing, assemblyand test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe, andAsia. Click here to view our facilities. In addition, MACOM offers foundryservices that represents a key core competency within our business. MACOM sells and distributes products globally via a saleschannel comprised of a direct field sales force, authorized salesrepresentatives and leading industry distributors. Our sales team is trainedacross all of our products to give our customers insights...

Job Summary Laser Process Engineer develops, implements, and optimizes laser-based processes for product development, packaging improvements and production. The selected candidate will be a critical member of a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineering team focused on producing industry leading advanced power component solutions used in industrial, hyperscalers, AI, aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. Job Description Works to develop advanced manufacturing capabilities and packaging processes utilizing precision laser equipment. Will be involved with specification/development of necessary equipment, process development, qualification, scale up and production. Troubleshoots laser systems, as well as analyzing process performance and recommending improvements. On a day to day basis monitor line production performance and when required take immediate corrective action working with operators, supervisors and line techs to trouble shoot process problems. Leads...

Job Summary Associate engineer will be directly involved with development, implementation, and support of Manufacturing processes and equipment, supporting package fabrication for industry leading power component solutions. Position requires a Collaborative approach with NPI, Quality, Design team to drive robust Manufacturing products in a continuous improvement environment. Visa Sponsorship is not offered for this position. Job Description • Developing, qualifying and programming in-line automated equipment. • Drives change with legacy and new technology products, identifying process variability and working with manufacturing teams on tracking root causes leading to yield improvements and lower production cost. • Monitor line yield, scrap and equipment utilization on a daily basis. Disposition materials as appropriate. • Writes qualification reports and prepares presentations for peer review covering process improvement activities to support technologies being developed...

About Us Arwood Machine, A VulcanForms Company, is a well-established ISO-9001:2008, AS9100C-certified high-precision job shop in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964, Arwood has continually invested in various new technologies, robotic automation, and machine tools to ensure we remain a world-class, cutting-edge manufacturer. Arwood Machine seeks a Manufacturing Engineer for our Newburyport, MA, location. Job Purpose As a Manufacturing Engineer at Arwood Machine, Newburyport, MA, you will design, direct, and coordinate the production processes for our manufactured products. You will be involved in New Product Introduction and Continuous Improvement of existing products. You will strive to leverage new technology, advanced cutting techniques, and a host of LEAN manufacturing methods to improve quality and reduce cycle time and costs. Manufacturing Engineers apply scientific principles to create processes to manufacture our customers' components and sub-assemblies. You...

Hutchinson Aerospace and Industry, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of engineered solutions for the control of shock and vibration, has an exciting opportunity at our Hopkinton, MA facility. We are looking for... " GREAT PEOPLE , INSPIRED to INNOVATE, that are ENGAGED, ENABLED, & ENERGIZED to make an IMPACT." As a growing engineering driven manufacturing company, we serve the top customers in the Defense, Industrial, Transportation and other diverse industries. Our customers want only the best and that starts with us! Senior Project Engineer Assume a broad scope of technical and project management responsibilities including design and analysis, program planning and management, customer communication, and ongoing product support. Use engineering background in shock and vibration to support current business and develop additional business for Hutchinson in assigned market segment. Design and analysis include the conceptual and...

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com. Job Description Summary: The Space and Mission Critical Systems group at Draper is seeking a motivated Systems Engineer to perform key systems modeling and engineering tasks in support of Draper's Space Domain Awareness business area. Leveraging Draper's expertise in spacecraft systems (for Earth orbit, lunar, and deep space applications), hypersonics, fault-tolerant avionics, autonomy, and/or...