
About The Exploration Company
Affordable and sustainable space exploration for all
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Planegg, Germany with a global vision
- Developing the Themis reusable space vehicle
- Team size of 51-250 dedicated to space innovation
- Focus on sustainability in space exploration
The Exploration Company, headquartered in Planegg, Germany, is dedicated to democratizing space exploration by providing affordable and sustainable solutions for both space and non-space industries. Their flagship product, the 'Themis' reusable space vehicle, aims to lower the cost of access to spac...
🎁 Benefits
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, flexible working hours, and opportunities for remote work. The company also offers generous PTO ...
🌟 Culture
The Exploration Company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, emphasizing sustainability and accessibility in space exploration. Their en...
Overview
The Exploration Company is hiring a CNC Operator / CAM Programmer to be responsible for CNC machining and CAM programming of critical aerospace parts. You'll work with technologies like HyperMill and various CNC machines, focusing on high-performance materials. This position requires a technical degree in machining or a related field.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a technical degree in machining or a related field and possess hands-on experience with CNC machining and CAM programming. Your expertise includes generating and adjusting CAM toolpaths using HyperMill, and you are comfortable setting up and operating modern 5-axis CNC mills and turning machines. You have a strong understanding of machining high-performance materials such as Inconel and composites, and you are familiar with the intricacies of aerospace quality standards.
You are detail-oriented and capable of performing in-process inspections to ensure that parts are produced to tight tolerances. Your experience includes programming and operating WEDM machines for additive manufacturing post-processing, and you are adept at preparing raw materials for machining using band saws. You thrive in an international work environment and can communicate effectively in English with team members.
What you'll do
In this role, you will generate and adjust CAM toolpaths using HyperMill, ensuring that all machining operations are executed efficiently and accurately. You will set up and operate multi-brand 5-axis machining centers and CNC lathes, machining critical aerospace components such as brackets and valve subcomponents. Your responsibilities will also include performing in-process inspections and adjusting parameters as necessary to maintain quality standards.
You will be responsible for keeping your workstation clean and organized, adhering to aerospace quality standards at all times. Additionally, you will conduct first-level maintenance on machines to ensure they remain in good working condition. You will collaborate closely with leads to resolve any issues that arise during the machining process, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in production.
What we offer
The Exploration Company provides a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront. We offer relocation assistance for candidates willing to move to Bordeaux, including visa sponsorship where applicable. Join us in our mission to develop and operate cutting-edge space technology, and be part of a team that values diversity and equal opportunity.
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