Space Kinetic Corp.

Machining Operations Coordinator

El Segundo, California · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$95kDetected 13 hours ago

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About the role

This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week.
This role will be responsible for coordinating machine shop workflow, managing production scheduling, supporting outside customer machining work, preparing quotes and bids, and coordinating third-party vendors and services.

Responsibilities

Identify and pursue external machining opportunities to support machine shop utilization and business growth
Coordinate outside technician or contract machining support as needed
Support ERP/MRP updates, job tracking, and manufacturing documentation management
Ability to manage shifting priorities and multiple active jobs simultaneously

Requirements

5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, machining coordination, production scheduling, estimating, or related field
Strong understanding of machining and manufacturing environments
Experience coordinating with machine shops, vendors, suppliers, or manufacturing service providers
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and production tracking systems
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and capable of balancing customer needs, production priorities, and operational deadlines.

Nice to have

Experience with 5-axis machining and/or mill-turn equipment
Prototype or short-run machining experience
G-code editing and troubleshooting
Mastercam or CAM exposure a plus
Experience with a variety of materials (aluminum, stainless, titanium, etc.)
Strong understanding of tooling, feeds/speeds, and workholding
Ability to work independently in a fast-moving shop environment
Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing industries

Compensation

$75,000 - $95,000 USD
The annual base salary for this role is below.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation
Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure

Company info

Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations - one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different - an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures - where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.
This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.
Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations - one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel.
In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different - an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on.
Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures - where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.
Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.
We are seeking a highly organized and driven Machining Operations Coordinator to support both internal manufacturing operations and external machining business opportunities.
Prepare machining quotes, estimates, and written bid submissions for prospective and existing customers
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout quoting, scheduling, production, and delivery activities
Coordinate internal machining schedules to ensure machines are efficiently utilized and production deadlines are met

Equal opportunity

Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
The annual base salary for this role is below.
Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.

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