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Senior Prototype Machinist

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The posting

Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity.

[DEUTSCHE VERSION WEITER UNTEN]

YOUR MISSION

At The Exploration Company, we develop, manufacture, and operate Nyx — a modular, reusable orbital spacecraft designed to be refuelled in orbit and transport cargo, with crewed missions potentially planned for the longer term.

We’re looking for a hands-on, technically mature professional with an engineering degree or extensive CNC experience to take full ownership of the machining process for space-grade components. You’ll be responsible for CAM programming, machine setup and optimisation, and continuous improvement. You’ll also contribute directly to future investments in machining equipment and tooling.

You’ll work on a variety of high-precision parts, including rocket engine components, post-processed metal 3D-printed parts, and critical propulsion subcomponents. You’ll work across a fleet of modern, multi-brand, 5-axis machining centres and CNC lathes.

This role offers a high-impact technical position, with opportunities for career growth and increased responsibility.

Fluency in English is expected, as our work environment is international.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

- Define and optimise machining strategies, including sequencing, tooling, fixtures, and in-process controls.

- Program complex components in HyperMill or equivalent CAM software for 5-axis milling and CNC turning.

- Validate parts using multi-brand CNC equipment, ensuring that they meet tolerance and surface-finish requirements.

- Manufacture rocket engine components, precision assemblies, propulsion subcomponents, and Inconel structures, including setting workpiece origins and preparing cutting tools.

- Perform first-line maintenance to keep machines in good working order.

- Analyse and improve toolpaths, reduce cycle times, and stabilise machining quality.

- Work with design, quality, and production teams to provide feedback, propose design improvements, and troubleshoot issues.

- Lead equipment investment efforts, including specification development, supplier coordination, and commissioning.

PROFILE

- An engineering degree or 5+ years of experience as a highly skilled technician in CNC/CAM machining of complex parts.

- Expertise in HyperMill or equivalent CAM software and tight-tolerance machining.

- Solid knowledge of 5-axis milling and/or precision turning.

- Experience working with space or aerospace materials, such as Inconel, titanium, and other high-performance alloys.

- An autonomous, hands-on approach, with the ability to structure and lead technical topics.

- An interest in developing machining capabilities through process and equipment leadership.

DEUTSCHE VERSION

DEINE MISSION

Bei The Exploration Company entwickeln, fertigen und betreiben wir Nyx – ein modulares, wiederverwendbares Orbitalfahrzeug, das im All betankt werden und Fracht transportieren kann. Langfristig sind auch bemannte Missionen vorgesehen.

Wir suchen eine praxisorientierte, technisch versierte Persönlichkeit mit einem Ingenieurabschluss oder umfangreicher CNC-Erfahrung, die den gesamten Bearbeitungsprozess für weltraumtaugliche Komponenten eigenverantwortlich übernimmt. Du bist für die CAM-Programmierung, das Einrichten und Optimieren der Maschinen sowie die kontinuierliche Prozessverbesserung verantwortlich. Darüber hinaus wirkst du direkt an zukünftigen Investitionen in Bearbeitungstechnik und Werkzeuge mit.

Du arbeitest an unterschiedlichsten hochpräzisen Bauteilen – darunter Komponenten für Raketentriebwerke, nachbearbeitete Metall-3D-Druckteile und kritische Subkomponenten von Antriebssystemen. Dabei nutzt du einen modernen Maschinenpark mit 5-Achs-Bearbeitungszentren und CNC-Drehmaschinen verschiedener Hersteller.

Diese Position bietet dir eine technisch anspruchsvolle Aufgabe mit hoher Wirkung sowie die Möglichkeit, künftig zusätzliche Verantwortung zu übernehmen und dich weiterzuentwickeln.

Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse werden vorausgesetzt, da unser Arbeitsumfeld international geprägt ist.

DEINE AUFGABEN

- Bearbeitungsstrategien definieren und optimieren, einschließlich Bearbeitungsreihenfolge, Werkzeugauswahl, Vorrichtungen und prozessbegleitender Qualitätskontrolle

- Komplexe Bauteile in HyperMill (oder ähnlicher Software) programmieren, einschließlich 5-Achs-Fräsen und CNC-Drehen

- Bauteile auf CNC-Maschinen verschiedener Hersteller validieren und dabei Maßhaltigkeit sowie Oberflächenqualität sicherstellen

- Raketentriebwerkskomponenten, präzise Subkomponenten von Antriebssystemen und Inconel-Strukturen fertigen, einschließlich der Einrichtung von Werkstücknullpunkten und der Vorbereitung der Schneidwerkzeuge

- Erstwartungs- und Instandhaltungsarbeiten durchführen, um die Maschinen in einwandfreiem Zustand zu halten

- Werkzeugwege analysieren und verbessern, Bearbeitungszeiten reduzieren und eine stabile Bearbeitungsqualität sicherstellen

- Mit den Teams aus Konstruktion, Qualitätssicherung und Produktion zusammenarbeiten, um Feedback zu geben, Konstruktionsvorschläge einzubringen und technische Probleme zu lösen

- Investitionsprojekte für Maschinen und Anlagen vorantreiben – von der Spezifikation über die Koordination mit Lieferanten bis hin zur Inbetriebnahme

DEIN PROFIL

- Abgeschlossenes Ingenieurstudium oder mindestens fünf Jahre Berufserfahrung als hochqualifizierter Techniker im Bereich CNC/CAM für komplexe Bauteile

- Fundierte Erfahrung mit HyperMill oder vergleichbaren CAM-Systemen sowie in der Bearbeitung mit engen Toleranzen

- Sehr gute Kenntnisse im 5-Achs-Fräsen und/oder Präzisionsdrehen

- Erfahrung mit Werkstoffen aus der Raumfahrt- bzw. Luft- und Raumfahrtindustrie, insbesondere Inconel, Titan und Hochleistungslegierungen

- Selbstständige und praxisorientierte Arbeitsweise sowie die Fähigkeit, technische Themen zu strukturieren und voranzutreiben

- Interesse daran, den Ausbau unserer Fertigungskompetenzen durch die Weiterentwicklung von Prozessen und Anlagen aktiv mitzugestalten

WARUM THE EXPLORATION COMPANY?

- Eine ganzheitliche Aufgabe – von der Vorbereitung bis zur Auslieferung – mit hoher Eigenverantwortung

- Direkte Mitwirkung an der Fertigung von Raumfahrtkomponenten der nächsten Generation

- Die Möglichkeit, eine moderne Fertigungswerkstatt mit aufzubauen und zukünftige Industrieinvestitionen zu verantworten

- Klare Entwicklungsperspektiven in Richtung technische Leitung oder Management innerhalb eines schnell wachsenden Unternehmens

- Ein multikulturelles, internationales Team, das sich leidenschaftlich für die Erforschung des Weltraums begeistert

The Exploration Company ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit fördert und sich der Vielfalt verpflichtet.

- Wir diskriminieren niemanden aufgrund von ethnischer Herkunft, Religion, Hautfarbe, nationaler Herkunft, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, Alter, Familienstand oder Behinderung.

- Unterstützung beim Umzug, einschließlich Visa-Unterstützung bei Bedarf, ist verfügbar.

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:

- We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind

- We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them

- We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.

The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.

If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.

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