Senior Materials & Process Engineer I/II – Welding

Agile Space Industries, Inc. · Durango, CO

Level: Senior
Team: Process
Base pay: $116k–$192k
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 8+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

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A senior process role at Agile Space Industries, Inc. (industrial) in Durango, CO. Select and qualify welding and brazing processes for new and existing designs.

They ask for: 8+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Root cause, Welding, Painting / coating
Base pay: $116k–$192k

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Process Engineer roles in Colorado: typical posted base $100k–$130k. This one lists $116k–$192k.

Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 19 process engineer openings in Colorado, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 18 other live process postings in Colorado.

Base pay: About 41% above similar roles
Experience asked: More than usual (8+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Root cause 47%
Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 47%
Lean 42%
New product launch 37%
Tooling 32%
Six Sigma 26%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Responsibilities

◆Select and qualify welding and brazing processes for new and existing designs.
◆Establish and maintain enterprise welding standards and special process specifications in accordance with industry (AWS, AMS) and NASA standards.
◆Participate in cross-functional design reviews to provide expertise on weld joint design, accessibility, and manufacturability.
◆Define and manage weld qualification campaigns, including the development of WPS/PQR and the selection of NDE/CT techniques for verification.
◆Oversee and qualify external welding subcontractors to ensure adherence to Agile’s quality and technical requirements.
◆Lead root-cause analysis for manufacturing defects or test failures related to joining processes, providing dispositions for non-conformances.
◆Develop detailed work instructions for internal welding operations and assembly sequences.
◆Support the growth and training of welding skillsets within other engineering and technician personnel.
◆Selection and deployment of welding equipment for use on flight deliverable hardware.

Requirements

✓B.S. or advanced degree in weld engineering, metallurgy, materials science, mechanical engineering, or related field
✓8+ Years of experience with product development
✓Deep understanding of metal joining processes, heat treatment, and the impact of welding on microstructural properties.
✓Foundational knowledge of welding processes and equipment
✓Familiarity with metallurgy and heat treatment of aluminum, titanium, and refractory alloys
✓Familiarity with welding of aluminum, titanium, and refractory alloys
✓Proficiency with AWS D17.1 and other relevant industry standards.
✓Experience with fracture mechanics, fatigue, and the physics of weld-induced deformation/stress.
✓Expertise in metal heat treatment processes
✓Experience with non-conformance and failure analysis disposition
✓Candidate must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

Preferred Qualifications

✓Demonstrated experience development spaceflight hardware.
✓Foundational knowledge of electron beam welding process and equipment
✓Experience with destructive evaluation and mechanical testing of weldments.
✓Experience with high temperature coatings, such as R512A and R512E.
✓Familiar with fatigue and notch crack growth propagation calculations.
✓Experience with bipropellant or monopropellant compatibility.
✓Familiar with qualifying vendors for special processes such as welding, coating, and heat treatment.
✓Experience educating other disciplines on welding methodologies.
✓Experience standing up a metallurgical or weld-characterization laboratory.

This position is open across multiple levels, (Senior I, and Senior II). Final leveling will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall

qualifications

during the interview process.

Work Schedule : Full Time Exempt

Location : Durango, CO

Relocation Stipend Available

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Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged, as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

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Description

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in and Tulsa, Oklahoma, and upcoming growth in Seattle, Washington, Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years, and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile, we design, build, and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision, reliability, and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense, human exploration, and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit, innovative team. You will take on a demanding and rewarding role at Agile, directly shaping the future of in-space propulsion. As an integral contributor during our growth stage, you will be eligible to participate in our stock option plan, giving you the opportunity to share in the long-term value you help create. All stock grants are subject to executive review and approval in accordance with the Company’s equity plan.

Agile Space Industries is seeking an experienced Senior Materials & Process Engineer I/II – Welding onsite in Durango, CO. The Sr. Weld Engineer will serve as the technical authority for metal alloy joining processes across our propulsion systems. This role is critical in ensuring the structural integrity and stability of flight hardware operating in extreme environments.

You will bridge the gap between design and production, establishing the standards for high-reliability welding and brazing of complex aerospace components. Agile utilizes advanced additive manufacturing (AM), this role will work closely with the AM, Material & Process, and product design teams to qualify specialized joining processes for as-built microstructures and exotic alloys.