Integration Manager - EnduroSat

EnduroSat is looking for a Manager of Integration, reporting to the VP of Manufacturing and Test, to lead the integration of satellite subsystems into complete flight-ready spacecraft. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position based in our Gardena, CA facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Integration team, overseeing subsystem-level and full-vehicle integration builds and functional testing

• Collaborate with design teams on manufacturability and integration approach for structures, avionics, and payload subsystems

• Own and coordinate Bill of Materials for integrated assemblies

• Support Responsible Engineers with failure analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations

• Optimize integration processes for efficiency, quality, and cost

• Create and maintain integration plans, procedures, and work instructions

• Work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components; review and approve supplier processes

• Perform hands-on integration and testing per engineering specifications

• Participate in design reviews, contributing input on integration feasibility and reliability

• Partner with quality assurance to establish rigorous quality control processes

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the integration line

• Meet production schedules while adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-moving environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Track record leading a high-performing integration team in aerospace or a related field

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

• 7+ years in manufacturing/integration engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role

• Experience working within a quality system such as AS9100 or ISO9001

• 3+ years managing, mentoring, and developing a team

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of spacecraft integration, electromechanical assembly, and test techniques

• CAD experience (e.g., Siemens NX) for design review

• Experience authoring integration documentation (SOPs, work orders)

• Familiarity with IPC and related aerospace standards

• Strong root-cause problem-solving skills

• Hands-on integration and test experience across multiple subsystems

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing / Six Sigma

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical milestones

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted

U.S. Export Control Compliance Status

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore must be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62, or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees/refugees with granted (not pending) status.

EnduroSat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.