AeroDef Manufacturing
AeroDef Manufacturing provided pay range
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$90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr Aerospace Location: Arvada, CO (on-site) Comp: Competitive salary + benefits Final Frontier Manufacturing is not your typical job shop. We are a collaborative team of engineers and builders turning designs into flight hardware—fast. We’re a precision‑machining startup for space (rockets + satellites), building the factory that builds the parts. We constantly experiment with and deploy new technology that makes us faster, more capable, and more precise. Founded in 2022, we’ve shipped $10M+ of product in just three years and growth is accelerating. We’re a small team with high talent density—you’ll be our second full‑time Manufacturing Engineer and have a big impact every day. If you’re coming from a larger company and want to move faster, own outcomes end‑to‑end, and ship real hardware, this is that opportunity. What You’ll Do: Lead & Oversee Weekend Production
Supervise all weekend machining activity — scheduling, setups, and in-process checks. Ensure every part meets print, quality, and documentation requirements under AS9100 standards. Coordinate workflow across mills, lathes, and inspection to maintain throughput. Maintain order, safety, and clear communication across shifts. Represent management on‑site — balancing production goals with quality and accountability. Stay Technical
Support operators and machinists — teaching, coaching, and unblocking as needed. Setup and troubleshoot 3‑axis and 5‑axis CNC Mills and Lathes (Okuma, DN, Mazak, Haas). Edit G‑code or CAM files for small changes and problem‑solving. Verify tool offsets, fixtures, and first‑article parts; sign off on setups. Handle basic maintenance, coolant systems, and preventive checks. Drive Improvement
Identify process, setup, and documentation improvements to raise the bar of our performance. Communicate effectively across the leadership team. Leave thorough shift notes and logs for seamless handoff. Help shape a high‑trust, low‑drama weekend culture grounded in pride, communication, and autonomy. You Might Be a Fit If
You’re a builder who thrives when trusted to lead. You can read a print, solve a problem, and calm a storm — all before lunch. You want real responsibility, modern tools, and a team that takes pride in doing things right. You welcome a challenge and want to see a piece of the results you deliver. What We Offer
Top 25% compensation and benefits. Medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, holidays. Free hot breakfast and lunch provided daily (M‑F) Modern tools, a collaborative culture, and meaningful impact on hardware that flies. Bonus Compensation based on individual and team performance + Profit Share on company performance. Top‑tier customers are confidential; details shared during the process. We’re proudly independent—no VC, no burn, no nonsense. You should be proficient in: GD&T Leadership / People Management CNC Tooling CNC Programming AS9100 Supervisory Experience Machine Setups for Production Runs CAD/CAM Software Machines & Technologies You'll Use
CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Haas) Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 3D Modeling CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Doosan) CAD Software (Solidworks) Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Hexagon) CAM Software (Mastercam) CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Mazak, Okuma, Mikron) Forklifts Industrial Robot Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
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This range is provided by AeroDef Manufacturing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr Aerospace Location: Arvada, CO (on-site) Comp: Competitive salary + benefits Final Frontier Manufacturing is not your typical job shop. We are a collaborative team of engineers and builders turning designs into flight hardware—fast. We’re a precision‑machining startup for space (rockets + satellites), building the factory that builds the parts. We constantly experiment with and deploy new technology that makes us faster, more capable, and more precise. Founded in 2022, we’ve shipped $10M+ of product in just three years and growth is accelerating. We’re a small team with high talent density—you’ll be our second full‑time Manufacturing Engineer and have a big impact every day. If you’re coming from a larger company and want to move faster, own outcomes end‑to‑end, and ship real hardware, this is that opportunity. What You’ll Do: Lead & Oversee Weekend Production
Supervise all weekend machining activity — scheduling, setups, and in-process checks. Ensure every part meets print, quality, and documentation requirements under AS9100 standards. Coordinate workflow across mills, lathes, and inspection to maintain throughput. Maintain order, safety, and clear communication across shifts. Represent management on‑site — balancing production goals with quality and accountability. Stay Technical
Support operators and machinists — teaching, coaching, and unblocking as needed. Setup and troubleshoot 3‑axis and 5‑axis CNC Mills and Lathes (Okuma, DN, Mazak, Haas). Edit G‑code or CAM files for small changes and problem‑solving. Verify tool offsets, fixtures, and first‑article parts; sign off on setups. Handle basic maintenance, coolant systems, and preventive checks. Drive Improvement
Identify process, setup, and documentation improvements to raise the bar of our performance. Communicate effectively across the leadership team. Leave thorough shift notes and logs for seamless handoff. Help shape a high‑trust, low‑drama weekend culture grounded in pride, communication, and autonomy. You Might Be a Fit If
You’re a builder who thrives when trusted to lead. You can read a print, solve a problem, and calm a storm — all before lunch. You want real responsibility, modern tools, and a team that takes pride in doing things right. You welcome a challenge and want to see a piece of the results you deliver. What We Offer
Top 25% compensation and benefits. Medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, holidays. Free hot breakfast and lunch provided daily (M‑F) Modern tools, a collaborative culture, and meaningful impact on hardware that flies. Bonus Compensation based on individual and team performance + Profit Share on company performance. Top‑tier customers are confidential; details shared during the process. We’re proudly independent—no VC, no burn, no nonsense. You should be proficient in: GD&T Leadership / People Management CNC Tooling CNC Programming AS9100 Supervisory Experience Machine Setups for Production Runs CAD/CAM Software Machines & Technologies You'll Use
CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Haas) Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 3D Modeling CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Doosan) CAD Software (Solidworks) Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Hexagon) CAM Software (Mastercam) CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Mazak, Okuma, Mikron) Forklifts Industrial Robot Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AeroDef Manufacturing by 2x.
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