EXOS Aerospace Systems & Technologies, Inc. is a leading developer and operator of reusable space vehicles. Our goal is to remove the commercial barriers to space by providing frequent and affordable launch opportunities to space.
As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team, you will push the boundaries of what’s possible in medical research, space education, and space manufacturing! This position demands a strong and capable self-starter who can meet aggressive goals and schedules in a dynamic environment. This position requires considerable judgment and latitude in performing job duties and is expected to function effectively with minimal supervision. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.
EXOS Aerospace is rapidly expanding to meet the global demand for our commercial reusable launch service. Our Greenville facility is seeking passionate, highly-skilled individuals who are comfortable working in a dynamic, technically-challenging environment where they will be given ownership of processes from start to finish. We believe that the strengths of our team has been the cornerstone of our success and will be essential to long-term growth as we redefine how the world accesses space.
LEAD DESIGN ENGINEER:
The CNC Machine team develops and builds the most advanced spacecraft and reusable launch
vehicle components in the world. The lead Design Engineer in this group will work directly with production and
engineering to develop in-house machining capabilities for these complex valves, actuators, and
other fluid control devices on our spacecraft and launch vehicles. These components use a
variety of materials and have tightly controlled dimensional and surface finish requirements. The
Machining Center will be responsible for developing the capability and processes to produce this
hardware at rate meeting our internal quality requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Set-up, operate, maintain and prove-out programs on CNC machines including lathes and
3 to 5 axis mills
● Responsible for part setup, machining, verification and inspection
● Complete machining operations from blueprints, drawings, electronic files and/or verbal
instructions
● Document changes to CAM files for feedback to engineering
● Maintain specifications by working with complex, tight tolerance parts of various
materials
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
● High school diploma or GED
● 5+ years of experience in set-up, operation and programming of CNC mill machines
● Experience with lathe machining aluminum, stainless, and other exotic metals or alloys
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
● Able to interpret and generate G-code.
● Experience running twin spindle, live tool lathe, 3 and 5 axis milling machines
● Ability to run 5-axis programs
● Experience with manual lathes, knee mills, and various other manual equipment
● Experience with CAM software such as MasterCAM or SolidCAM preferable
● Experience with CAD software such as Solidworks preferable
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
● Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime and weekends, as needed
● Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted, repetitive movement, bending or twisting, using hands to
handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that
are distracting, exposure to typical shop chemicals (coolant, solvents, cleaners) are
generally required to perform the functions of this position
● Able to stand for extended periods of time
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
● To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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),
and eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn
more about the ITAR here.
EXOS Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with our company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.