Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Houston, TX - Onsite

About Intuitive Machines :

Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. Our mission is to further science and exploration, communications, and economic progress from the Earth to the Moon and beyond. With multiple NASA lunar missions in development and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting NASA, our customers, and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the Moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all aspects of spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

About the Position

Intuitive Machines is seeking a Junior-Level Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join our growing Production & Manufacturing Team. This on-site position, based in Houston, TX, will provide technical and administrative support to Manufacturing Engineering and cross-functional teams. The technician will work closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Process Development, and Process Control, while supporting program integration and day-to-day manufacturing activities.

Responsibilities

• Work with Procurement to accurately identify and communicate manufacturing requirements for flight components, including material, coatings, inspection, documentation, and other drawing requirements.
• Assist in developing manufacturing components, assemblies, tooling, and processes to support production and new product introduction.
• Support Manufacturing Engineers with the preparation and maintenance of manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process documentation, and other controlled records.
• Assist with shop-floor activities, including collecting manufacturing data, documenting process issues, and supporting troubleshooting and process improvements.
• Assist with vendor coordination by preparing RFQ packages, clarifying technical requirements, and tracking procurement activities as needed.
• Support Design and Manufacturing Engineering efforts by reviewing drawings, models, and other technical documentation to identify manufacturing requirements and potential issues.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives by collecting process data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping implement updated processes and procedures.
• Adapt to a fast-paced and continuously changing environment while maintaining attention to detail and supporting shifting program priorities.
• Demonstrate a strong desire to learn and develop new technical skills as the team adopts emerging manufacturing technologies and processes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with CAD software, Creo and/or Fusion 360
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 and related standards
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Creative approach to problem solving
• Embraces Intuitive Machines core values: Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence
• Ability and willingness to work under compressed and aggressive delivery schedules
• Teamwork - Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline-oriented environment.
• Must be a US Citizen

Preferred Requirements

• Associate's degree or technical certificate in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Machining Technology, or related field.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing, machining, fabrication, quality, or engineering support experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and hands-on manufacturing experience may be considered.
• Experience with CAD, ERP/MRP, PLM, or other manufacturing software.
• Experience working with aerospace, precision manufacturing, or other highly controlled manufacturing environments.

US EEO Statement:

Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.