Staff Industrial Project Engineer

Staff Industrial Project Engineer

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you've come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We're intentional, we're unapologetically curious and we're 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

We are seeking a high-performing Project / Industrial Engineer with deep aerospace experience to lead the industrialization and factory readiness efforts for next-generation aerospace hardware. This individual will serve as a force multiplier for leadership, owning tactical constraint removal, workstation and line setup, metric-driven process optimization, and the introduction of engineering design changes into the production environment.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, comfortable working across design, manufacturing, quality, and operations, and thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments brings floor-forward, get-things-done leadership.

This position is based in Arlington, TX. In order to be successful in this role, you must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Occasional travel may be required as well.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Manage detailed execution schedule for key manufacturing development projects, and subsequent factory and line implementation schedules
• Lead factory readiness for new aerospace hardware, including line layout, tooling integration, MES activation, and workstation setup.
• Interface daily with design and manufacturing to resolve operational constraints and enable schedule acceleration.
• Develop, track, and improve SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) metrics at the workstation and program level.
• Implement and maintain issue escalation systems and tiered accountability structures, leveraging digital tools to track and resolve constraints.
• Integrate engineering changes into the line while maintaining configuration control and minimizing disruption to production.
• Develop onboarding / training materials for support teams and new hires, aligned with lean principles and standardized processes.
• Partner with site leadership to drive project execution cadence, set realistic forecasts, and communicate performance to schedule.
• Participate in or lead MRB and nonconformance resolution activities as required.

What You Will Bring To This Role :

Extra Points For The Following :

This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Arlington, TX office. We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and usedso we're looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that's your experience then we'll be immediately wow-ed.

E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E-Space is right for you :

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That's why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space :