Urban Sky
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Urban Sky . Urban Sky is a venture-backed aerospace startup that designs, builds, operates, and sells stratospheric balloon systems. Our data supports applications from wildfire monitoring to urban mapping, with government customers including the DoD and NASA. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a weekly basis. About the Company
Our team comprises engineers, makers, developers, and doers who value candor, inclusion, respect, and empowerment. We aim to build the next chapter of stratospheric history in Denver and are seeking self-starting, open-minded, and hard-working team members. We manufacture one-of-a-kind stratospheric balloons from start to finish in our North Denver facility. Balloons are made from a unique airtight fabric with long continuous seams, involving patterning, seaming, adhesive bonding, and light mechanical work attaching fittings. The candidate will follow detailed work instructions and document builds using quality templates. The role may periodically involve other manufacturing tasks such as assembling test equipment, operating test equipment, general shop upkeep, cleaning, and maintenance. Key Functions
Follow detailed work instructions to build balloon assemblies Cut large patterns and seam patterns together per a proprietary seaming method Adhesive bonding of balloon fabric Light mechanical work attaching plastic fittings to balloons Light rigging work creating custom cord assemblies and attaching to the balloon Parachute manufacturing Provide support in the assembly and preparation of balloon kits Follow a manufacturing schedule and prioritize build tasks Inventory management Requirements
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or new development environment A “can do” attitude and strong work ethic Able to stand, walk, and stoop; push, pull and lift or lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs Able to work under adverse conditions (e.g., dirty or noisy spaces) Nice-to-Haves
Start-up experience Following and providing input to build documentation including work instructions Parts ordering and basic inventory management for tools and parts Candidate does not need to have soft goods experience; most methods can be learned on the job Benefits
This is a full-time, hourly position with compensation ranging from $25-$27/hour based on experience. Medical, Vision and Dental Unlimited Vacation Days Cell Phone Bill Stipend Colorado Pay Transparency: $25 USD - $27 USD Salary and benefits will be determined based on abilities and experience. Proficiency with job-relevant modern AI tools is expected and integral to success in this role. Equal Opportunity
Urban Sky is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Note: This position may involve handling commodities, software, technology, defense articles, and/or technical data subject to export controls. If authorization is required, employment will be contingent upon obtaining such authorization from the relevant government agency.
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Manufacturing Technician II
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Urban Sky . Urban Sky is a venture-backed aerospace startup that designs, builds, operates, and sells stratospheric balloon systems. Our data supports applications from wildfire monitoring to urban mapping, with government customers including the DoD and NASA. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a weekly basis. About the Company
Our team comprises engineers, makers, developers, and doers who value candor, inclusion, respect, and empowerment. We aim to build the next chapter of stratospheric history in Denver and are seeking self-starting, open-minded, and hard-working team members. We manufacture one-of-a-kind stratospheric balloons from start to finish in our North Denver facility. Balloons are made from a unique airtight fabric with long continuous seams, involving patterning, seaming, adhesive bonding, and light mechanical work attaching fittings. The candidate will follow detailed work instructions and document builds using quality templates. The role may periodically involve other manufacturing tasks such as assembling test equipment, operating test equipment, general shop upkeep, cleaning, and maintenance. Key Functions
Follow detailed work instructions to build balloon assemblies Cut large patterns and seam patterns together per a proprietary seaming method Adhesive bonding of balloon fabric Light mechanical work attaching plastic fittings to balloons Light rigging work creating custom cord assemblies and attaching to the balloon Parachute manufacturing Provide support in the assembly and preparation of balloon kits Follow a manufacturing schedule and prioritize build tasks Inventory management Requirements
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or new development environment A “can do” attitude and strong work ethic Able to stand, walk, and stoop; push, pull and lift or lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs Able to work under adverse conditions (e.g., dirty or noisy spaces) Nice-to-Haves
Start-up experience Following and providing input to build documentation including work instructions Parts ordering and basic inventory management for tools and parts Candidate does not need to have soft goods experience; most methods can be learned on the job Benefits
This is a full-time, hourly position with compensation ranging from $25-$27/hour based on experience. Medical, Vision and Dental Unlimited Vacation Days Cell Phone Bill Stipend Colorado Pay Transparency: $25 USD - $27 USD Salary and benefits will be determined based on abilities and experience. Proficiency with job-relevant modern AI tools is expected and integral to success in this role. Equal Opportunity
Urban Sky is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Note: This position may involve handling commodities, software, technology, defense articles, and/or technical data subject to export controls. If authorization is required, employment will be contingent upon obtaining such authorization from the relevant government agency.
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