Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Micro Integration Engineer to join a National Defense Contract in Midland, TX through 100% on site presence. The Micro Integration Engineer will drive hands-on manufacturing process design, continuous improvement, and root-cause analysis to support the rapid production of next-gen satellites. The Micro Integration Engineer will blend aerospace-grade precisions with high-impact engineering to support production scale-up.

Responsibilities of the Micro Integration Engineer include:

• Evaluate new product designs for manufacturability and provide feedback to R&D Product Engineering
• Develop and document manufacturing process, including layouts, tools, fixturing, and testing protocols
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies to validate new ideas before full-scale implementation
• Lead continuous improvement efforts using Lean, Six Sigma, and pFMEA methodologies to optimize safety, cost, and quality
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive root-cause corrective actions (RCCAs)
• Collaborate cross-functionally in a liaison/concurrent engineering environment
• Utilize tools and systems like AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Solumina (MES) and NetSuite (ERP) to manage workflows and documentation
• Participate in safety and Kaizen initiatives, contributing to a culture of operational excellence

Qualifications of the Micro Integration Engineer include:

• 1-3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally in the aerospace or automotive industries
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and pFMEA
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or similar CAD tools
• Experience working with EERP, MES, and PLM systems (Solumina, NetSuite, …)
• US Citizenship and excellent communication skills
• Preferred: Experience in a liaison/concurrent engineering environment
• Preferred: familiar with root-cause corrective actions (RCCAs) & continuous improvement initiatives
• Background in electrical/electronic systems or coding (MATLAB, Python, …)

Compensation for the Micro Integration Engineer includes:

• Salary Range: $80,000-100,000 depending on experience
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, sick leave as required by law

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• Evaluate new product designs for manufacturability and provide feedback to R&D Product Engineering
• Develop and document manufacturing process, including layouts, tools, fixturing, and testing protocols
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies to validate new ideas before full-scale implementation
• Lead continuous improvement efforts using Lean, Six Sigma, and pFMEA methodologies to optimize safety, cost, and quality
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive root-cause corrective actions (RCCAs)
• Collaborate cross-functionally in a liaison/concurrent engineering environment
• Utilize tools and systems like AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Solumina (MES) and NetSuite (ERP) to manage workflows and documentation
• Participate in safety and Kaizen initiatives, contributing to a culture of operational excellenc