Manufacturing Prep Technician

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company enabling the world to launch, land, and operate in space anywhere, anytime. The only commercial company to achieve a successful Moon landing and deliver a satellite to orbit on 24-hour notice, Firefly provides government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, our manufacturing and test facility is located in Briggs, TX. ABOUT THE ROLE Manufacturing Prep Technicians are the first hands on hardware that eventually leaves Earth. Working closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Warehouse, and Manufacturing Engineering teams, you’ll ensure incoming work is fully prepared and ready for production. That means verifying parts, preparing documentation, cleaning and marking hardware, and staging work for the production team. This role supports our propulsion manufacturing operations, and candidates with backgrounds in engines, valves, fluid systems, or precision fabrication will find familiar territory here. We hire across experience levels, from entry-level to highly experienced, and encourage all interested candidates to apply. RESPONSIBILITIES Production Planning & Job Readiness Review planned work orders and align daily priorities with production Leads Prepare incoming jobs by printing work instructions and manufacturing order documents, assembling job packets, and staging work in correct flow locations Triage held jobs to identify opportunities to unblock work and coordinate with supporting teams to resolve issues Parts Verification & Hardware Prep Unpack parts, organize hardware, and verify all required parts are present and correct Visually inspect incoming parts for damage, discrepancies, and non-conformance Clean hardware using approved methods including ultrasonic/sonic cleaning processes and perform part marking Complete prep-level assembly operations such as helicoil, keensert, or other light installation steps Systems, Documentation & Quality Consume parts in the ERP system and support part pick activities when shortages or missing materials are identified Document standard rework, create NCRs for non-conforming parts, and support work instruction redline incorporation and submission Escalate inventory, BOM, and documentation issues to Warehouse, Planning, or Manufacturing Engineering as appropriate Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment including chemical compliance checks and shop safety walkthroughs QUALIFICATIONS Technical Skills — Required 1–3 years of experience (or equivalent) in aerospace, manufacturing, production, R&D, or a related industrial field Ability to read and follow work instructions, manufacturing order documentation, and basic technical drawings Experience working with ERP or manufacturing tracking systems Strong attention to detail in part verification, documentation, cleanliness, and production readiness Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a team environment with ability to identify and escalate issues early Technical Skills — Preferred Experience in manufacturing supporting aerospace, fluid systems, or precision mechanical hardware Experience performing visual inspection of machined hardware Familiarity with FOD control practices and clean handling requirements Experience with propulsion-related hardware such as engines, valves, precision welds, or tube/line fabrication Physical & Schedule Requirements Able to climb ladders and stairs Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for limited durations Schedule flexibility required; ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed BENEFITS Firefly offers outstanding benefits including relocation reimbursement, generous health, dental, and vision plans with low deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short-term disability, and flexible PTO. EXPORT COMPLIANCE To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Firefly Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.