Manufacturing Process & Configuration Specialist

About the Company

Apex manufactures satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware designed for manufacturing. The company is on a mission to provide humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

Responsibilities

• Partner with manufacturing engineers to document validated processes into clear, standardized work instructions and process plans
• Own and maintain the documentation library for manufacturing processes, ensuring they are current and revision-controlled
• Develop standardized templates for work instructions, process plans, and NCR write-ups
• Maintain the cleanliness and accuracy of the manufacturing execution system (MES)
• Write how-to guides and training materials for process plan writing and MES usage
• Manage the organization and maintenance of the manufacturing Confluence space
• Support NPI campaigns by capturing lessons learned and contributing to an evolving NPI guide
• Identify gaps and opportunities for standardization across documentation systems

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in technical writing, configuration management, or documentation in a manufacturing/engineering environment
• Strong technical literacy with ability to read engineering drawings and process documentation
• Ability to produce clear, unambiguous written documentation for non-expert readers
• Experience working with MES, ERP, or PLM systems in a production environment
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to operate in a fast-moving environment where processes are still being developed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing
• Familiarity with AS9100 documentation and configuration control
• Experience with Confluence, SharePoint, or similar knowledge management platforms
• Background in configuration management or change control processes
• Experience supporting NPI or production ramp programs
• Exposure to lean manufacturing environments