Cnc Machine Shop Manager

Vardaspace

El Segundo, California, United States
Base: $110,000 - $140,000 py; bonus/equity: stock ...
On-site
10+ years cnc machining experience
5+ years leading machine shop teams
Mastercam cam environment proficiency
Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure to create products that can only be manufactured in low Earth orbit

Job Summary

  • Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure to create products that can only be manufactured in low Earth orbit.
  • The CNC Machine Shop Manager will own day-to-day operations for a prototype shop producing capsule structural hardware and bespoke tooling.
  • Employees receive equity in a fully funded space startup, unlimited PTO, and on-site meals including lunch daily and dinners twice a week.

Matching Summary

Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure to create products that can only be manufactured in low Earth orbit.

Salary

Base: $110,000 - $140,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Stock options and/or long-term cash awards eligible; Benefits: 401(k) matching, health/vision/dental, unlimited PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years CNC machining experience
  • 5+ years leading machine shop teams
  • Mastercam CAM environment proficiency
  • Haas mills and lathes operation
  • 5-axis machining strategy expertise
  • Prototype high-mix short-run environments

Nice-to-have

  • Launch vehicle or satellite development background
  • NX CAD software experience
  • Capex management and business case building
  • Startup scale-up hiring experience
  • Low-volume aerospace manufacturing exposure

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience
  • Direct experience with Mastercam as primary CAM environment
  • Hands-on background as programmer or machinist transitioning to management
  • Experience running shops anchored on Haas mills and lathes
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T and precision measuring tools
  • Must be a US person (citizen, permanent resident, or protected individual)

Work Rights

Must be a US person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)

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