Are you a bold thinker? We dream big at Sierra Space-advocating the
exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems
that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join us!
Do you enjoy being the resident expert mentoring others in your area of
expertise? Join our team of top-tier machinists and take your career to new
heights!
As a Machinist V, you'll be regarded as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)
and will complete the fabrication of requested material to achieve defined
specifications and provide responsive emergency fabrication support.
You'll apply your knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal
properties, layout, and machining procedures to set up and operate a
variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments and
fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain our
machines and equipment. You'll write complex programs for engineering
drawings for machined part fabrication.
Sierra Space-based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI,
Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space
Center, FL-designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other
advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites,
propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components
for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and
internation
Must-haves:
High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 15 or more years of
relevant experience
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Comprehensive knowledge and experience with the practical application of
machining techniques
Proficiency with machining tools and equipment
Preferred:
Understanding of 3-D printing techniques
Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor, train, guide and
inspect the work of subordinates
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of
Defense or US Military
Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:
Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include
finger and hand dexterity
Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth
perception, and telling the difference between colors
Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones
and volumes
Frequently lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.
Working Conditions:
Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun,
rain/snow, etc.)
Occasionally exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
Frequently exposed to loud noises
Safety Sensitive Position:
Responsible for the safety or security of people or property
Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles
Performs aviation related duties
Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant
must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected
individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain
the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S.
Departmen
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of
candidates is identified.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided
more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers
worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including
to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable
space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream
Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station.
Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its
business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Estimated Starting Salary Range:$37.09 - $55.64
Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is
commensurate with the level of the position.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical,
dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life
insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower
the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their
whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an
inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment
free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,