At Accion [pronounced AX-ee-on], we're working to change the world by making outer space more affordable and accessible. We come to work every day to build next-generation ion engines and other cool technologies for spacecraft. Our younger selves would be very proud of us.

Our team is excited about our mission and we work hard together to achieve it… and we have fun! We offer competitive salary and benefits including health (w/ 80% employer contribution), dental, 401(k) with match, fitness reimbursement, and paid vacation. We strongly value motivated, enthusiastic employees and we work hard as a group with big growth mindsets to achieve ambitious company and personal goals.

This is a unique chance to join one of Boston’s few space companies working on technology that is launching into orbit. Every employee at Accion works on critical projects that directly impact our overall success.

Accion Systems is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to help codify fabrication and assembly processes, develop manufacturing improvements, maintain vendor relationships, and help set Accion up for future manufacturing growth. This role will work with both Technicians and Engineers to support the development of manufacturing processes and establish repeatable processes that can meet quality, cost, and customer requirements. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for monitoring internal and external quality as well as assisting in qualification plans.

The Manufacturing Engineer will:

-Be responsible for process qualification, quality, and supplier development aspects of our propulsion technology during product and process development cycles

-Develop internal manufacturing processes, procedures, and product flows in conjunction with R&D/Design Engineers and Assembly Technicians

-Perform First Article Inspection and Qualification of vendor supplied parts

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to work cross-functionally across our design, materials, and assembly teams to execute against production targets.

The position is full-time and based on-site in Boston, with some remote work flexibility.

-At least 5 years of experience working in a hands-on, lean manufacturing environment

-Technical aptitude in manufacturing processes and methods, including operating and maintaining production equipment and working in a clean room environment

-Fluency with integration of complex electro-mechanical assemblies in Aerospace or similar industry

-Fluency in supplier quality management, with strong orientation towards attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills

-Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO9001 quality standards, and knowledge of IPC Standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, J-STD-001)

-Experience implementing the Foreign Object Debris (FOD) management program

-Experience handling parts with electro-static discharge

-Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment under tight deadlines

-B.S. in Manufacturing/Materials/Chemical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

-State of the art lab facility

-Unmetered vacation policy, flexible work schedule, and an inclusive company culture

-Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution

-Fitness reimbursement

-100% company matching 401k plan

-Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, drinks, and weekly team lunches

-Open office setup with plenty of breakout spaces to fly solo

-Free on-site parking and 5 minute walk to the Orange Line

-Onsite fitness center, cafeteria, coffee shop, lounge, rooftop garden, harbor walk, softball field, and corn-hole

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Accion verifies COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other protected factor.

• State of the art lab facility

• Paid Vacation and Sick time

• Flexible work schedule, and an inclusive company culture

• Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution

• Fitness reimbursement and professional development stipend

• 100% company matching 401k plan

• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, drinks, and weekly team lunches

• Open office setup with plenty of breakout spaces to fly solo

• Free on-site parking and 5 minute walk to the Orange Line

• Onsite fitness center, cafeteria, coffee shop, lounge, rooftop garden, harbor walk, softball field, and corn-hole