PRODUCTION ENGINEER

Job Description

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven Production Engineer to join our team supporting TEAMS Next MDS Engineering in Huntsville, AL. This full-time position is based at the customer site; telework is allowed subject to customer requirements and an agreed schedule. This role supports MDA Targets and Countermeasures by verifying that missile flight hardware and propulsion systems are designed, fabricated, integrated, and tested to baseline standards. The role evaluates contractor design and manufacturing processes and compliance with mission assurance frameworks, including AIAA S-113 and related aerospace standards.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Audit prime contractor designs, drawing packages, manufacturing processes, and assembly records against approved baseline specifications and flight-worthiness requirements.
• Apply AIAA S-113 and related standards to assess ordnance, explosive devices, pyrotechnic separation mechanisms, pressure vessels, and mechanical/propulsion subsystems throughout design and production. Related source standards include AIAA S-114, AIAA S-080/081, SMC-S-016, and AFSPCMAN 91-710.
• Participate in SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, and FRR technical baseline reviews, ensuring objective evidence supports mission assurance criteria before integration and flight test.
• Evaluate Material Review Board dispositions, deviations, and waivers. Oversee Failure Review Boards to determine root cause and verify corrective/preventative actions.
• Review and approve Qualification and Acceptance Test Procedures and results; serve as an on-site witness during critical testing as required.
• Lead Integrated Product Team meetings with suppliers to align schedules, track deliverables, and resolve technical problems.

Job Requirements And Qualifications

A minimum of 7 years of related work experience.

• Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret
• Education & Experience: Bachelor of Science in STEM Field with 7+ years supporting missile defense or large-scale, complex DoD programs. Strong preference for Aerospace, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering.
• Standards Expertise: Demonstrated working knowledge and practical application of AIAA S-113 (or closely related launch/flight vehicle criteria such as AIAA S-114, SMC-S-016, TOR standards, or NASA-STD-8739/AFSPCMAN equivalents).
• Technical Review Skills: Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, engineering change orders (ECOs/ECPs), and manufacturing work instructions to verify build integrity.
• Communication: Strong technical writing and presentation skills, capable of defending engineering assessments to government program leadership and contractor teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting MDA programs (e.g., Targets and Countermeasures, GMD, THAAD, Aegis BMD).
• Hands-on experience evaluating pyrotechnic devices, initiation systems, electro-explosive devices (EEDs), solid rocket motors, or high-reliability electro-mechanical assemblies.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active Secret clearance.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; discipline to be confirmed.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship required. Travel required; frequency and duration to be confirme