Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Quincy · Quincy, MA (QCY-01) · USD 14,600-194,000 · 5+ years experience · Full-time · Posted Oct 15, 2026

At a glance

We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Quincy, MA.
In this role, you will be responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge Autonomous Underwater Vehicles, with a strong focus on new production introduction (NPI).
You will own Design for Manufacturability (DFM), tool design & selection, process creation & optimization, vendor sourcing & interaction, quality planning, and work documentation.

Lead the development and implementation of new manufacturing processes and equipment for maritime products at varying levels of maturity
Design and optimize production processes for efficiency, scalability, and quality
Create and review technical drawings, blueprints, and process maps
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality, and increase productivity
Utilize Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to enhance manufacturing operations
Oversee the execution of manufacturing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Design, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure smooth production ramp-up for new products
Collaborate with suppliers to improve material quality and negotiate cost-effective solutions
Mentor and support junior engineers and manufacturing staff
Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends to drive innovation within the manufacturing processes

5+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably manufacturing or design of electromechanical hardware
Degree in a technical field such as engineering, math, or a hard science
Demonstrated ability to creatively deliver electromechanical hardware in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated technical leadership skills with an expertise in manufacturing
Personal experience physically manufacturing hardware via any means (machining, fabrication, soldering, assembly, etc.).
A strong passion for manufacturing and thirst for continuous improvement
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Experience in maritime robotics (AUVs, UUVs, USVs, subsea sensors)
Experience working with electrical systems up to 400VDC
Subsea cable splicing or fabrication experience
Experience with pressure vessels and/or industrial pressure test equipment
Prior experience working with JIRA, Siemens NX, Teamcenter (PLM), or Oracle (ERP) or equivalents
Experience with large scale, high-mix manufacturing at different stages of product maturity

Highly competitive equity grants
Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive and competitive health, recovery, and support benefits available at little to no cost