Job Title: Support Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA 98052
Duration: 12 months assignment
Shift: Front Half / Back Half (Day & Night Shifts Available)

Role Overview
Support Engineer supports propulsion system assembly and testing while identifying opportunities to improve build efficiency and manufacturing processes. This role works closely with cross-functional engineering teams on production hardware in a fast-paced, start-up–like environment. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, quality-driven, and adaptable to changing priorities.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and test propulsion sub-systems following engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
• Manage expected turnaround time at assigned workstations
• Adhere to quality control standards; document all QC activities, calibrations, and maintenance
• Identify and resolve issues impacting test performance or report findings to senior staff
• Support process improvement efforts and review outputs for quality and procedural compliance
• Adapt to schedule changes and respond to urgent or emergency situations
• Participate in daily stand-ups, shift handoffs, and end-of-shift reporting
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational protocols
• Minimize production interruptions through effective coordination with team members

 
Required Qualifications (Ranked)

1. Technical certification, AA degree, or equivalent hands-on experience
   (A&P license, automotive certifications, or similar preferred)
2. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and documentation
3. Experience working with FOD, ESD-sensitive hardware, and cleanroom environments
4. Experience using MES (Manufacturing Execution System) software
5. Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, high-change production environment
6. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

 
Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1–2+ years of relevant experience in aerospace, automotive, or similar manufacturing environments

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical assemblies, final integration, or harness integration
• Experience working with flight hardware in a production environment
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools (e.g., torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, multimeters, optical inspection devices)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

 
Pluses / Nice to Have

• Experience with pressurized or vacuum testing (automatic consideration for Test Team)
• Manufacturing background
• Strong communication skills with a low-conflict, team-first mindset

 
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.   
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 35.00/hr.