About the Role
You will take ownership of setting up, operating, and programming CNC milling machines and CNC lathes. You'll interpret GD&T drawings and create the required tooling, working directly with engineers who value your feedback on how to make parts better. You'll need to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly as you manufacture high-quality, reusable aerospace systems in a rapidly growing rocketry machine shop.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in set up and operation of CNC milling and lathe machines, 5-axis experience desired
- Exposure to programming of CNC machines
- Experience selecting cutting tooling and designing work tooling
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Rigorous attention to detail
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate
- Ability to interpret GD&T
- Ability to work overtime or occasional weekends as needed
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted and stand for extended periods
- Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
- Ability to withstand repetitive movements, bending/twisting, and exposure to distracting shop noise levels
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Responsibilities
- Machine high-stakes, first run aerospace parts from models and drawings
- Interpret G-code and modify as needed
- Troubleshoot issues and work independently
- Deburr and finish parts to a high standard
- Inspect completed parts and report as-built dimensions
- Source cutting tooling, work holding, and equipment and coordinate their installation and commissioning
- Contribute positively to team growth and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Equity in the form of stock options
- Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
- Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
- Paid Family/Parental Leave
- On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
- Dog-friendly offices