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Space Technical Recruiter @ EVONA | 100+ engineers placed into pioneering space companies across the US | Helping scale mission-critical teams
Lead the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing – Director of Machining Operations
Are you ready to shape the future of spaceflight through next-generation manufacturing? One of the most exciting companies in the launch vehicle sector is seeking a
Director of Machining Operations
to drive the scale-up of their precision machining capabilities as they approach their first orbital launch.
This is your opportunity to join a team pushing the boundaries of
additive manufacturing and aerospace innovation , working at the cutting edge of propulsion and vehicle hardware development.
What You’ll Be Doing
Own all machining operations across engine and vehicle work centers
Lead a multidisciplinary team of programmers, operators, engineers, and supervisors
Drive operational excellence across cost, quality, throughput, and safety
Develop long-term strategy: capital planning, shift structure, capacity scaling
Champion advanced manufacturing tools (automation, digital work instructions, machine monitoring)
Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
What We’re Looking For
12+ years in machining/precision manufacturing, including 7+ years in leadership
Deep expertise in multi-axis CNC machining and tight-tolerance aerospace components
Proven experience scaling high-rate production in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of DFM, GD&T, tooling strategies, and machining aerospace-grade metals (Inconel, titanium, aluminum)
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Background in propulsion or launch vehicle component machining
Experience with MES, tool life management, and predictive maintenance
Familiarity with Six Sigma, lean, or automation strategies
Join a visionary company redefining how rockets are built and launched. Your leadership could help put humanity’s industrial base on Mars.
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Space Technical Recruiter @ EVONA | 100+ engineers placed into pioneering space companies across the US | Helping scale mission-critical teams
Lead the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing – Director of Machining Operations
Are you ready to shape the future of spaceflight through next-generation manufacturing? One of the most exciting companies in the launch vehicle sector is seeking a
Director of Machining Operations
to drive the scale-up of their precision machining capabilities as they approach their first orbital launch.
This is your opportunity to join a team pushing the boundaries of
additive manufacturing and aerospace innovation , working at the cutting edge of propulsion and vehicle hardware development.
What You’ll Be Doing
Own all machining operations across engine and vehicle work centers
Lead a multidisciplinary team of programmers, operators, engineers, and supervisors
Drive operational excellence across cost, quality, throughput, and safety
Develop long-term strategy: capital planning, shift structure, capacity scaling
Champion advanced manufacturing tools (automation, digital work instructions, machine monitoring)
Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
What We’re Looking For
12+ years in machining/precision manufacturing, including 7+ years in leadership
Deep expertise in multi-axis CNC machining and tight-tolerance aerospace components
Proven experience scaling high-rate production in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of DFM, GD&T, tooling strategies, and machining aerospace-grade metals (Inconel, titanium, aluminum)
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Background in propulsion or launch vehicle component machining
Experience with MES, tool life management, and predictive maintenance
Familiarity with Six Sigma, lean, or automation strategies
Join a visionary company redefining how rockets are built and launched. Your leadership could help put humanity’s industrial base on Mars.
#J-18808-Ljbffr