CNC Machinist III (5-Axis), Composites jobs in United States
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Firefly Aerospace · 1 day ago

CNC Machinist III (5-Axis), Composites

positionBriggs, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date5+ years exp

Firefly Aerospace is an end-to-end space transportation company focused on enabling launches and operations in space. The CNC Machinist III will be responsible for the fabrication and quality of parts for composite rockets and spacecraft, ensuring high standards in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

AerospaceAir TransportationSatellite Communication
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Responsibilities

Machine high quality parts
Read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions
Inspect and document one’s own manufactured parts
Perform machine set ups for part manufacturing
Perform edits as needed
Abide by all safety standards
Report any safety or maintenance concerns to management immediately
Keep all work areas clean and organized
Hold oneself to a high standard of quality, taking pride in one’s work

Qualification

5-axis CNC operationCutting composite materialsProblem solvingHigh pressure environmentTechnical drawing interpretation

Required

High school diploma or GED
5 years of experience operating 5-axis CNC routers, mills, or similar machine tools
Strong problem solving abilities
A strong desire to excel in a high pressure environment with minimal guidance

Preferred

Experience selecting tools and fixtures for cutting composite materials
3+ years experience cutting, routing, and trimming carbon fiber composite materials in aerospace applications

Benefits

Generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
Parental leave
Educational reimbursement
Short term disability
Pet Insurance
Flexible PTO options

Company

Firefly Aerospace

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Firefly Aerospace is a space company that develops and operates launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles for commercial mission.
dateFounded in 2014
location
Cedar Park, Texas, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://fireflyspace.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$796.56M
Key Investors
Northrop GrummanRPM VenturesAE Industrial Partners
2025-08-07IPO
2025-05-29Corporate Round· $50M
2024-11-12Series D· $175M

Leadership Team

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Jason Kim
Chief Executive Officer
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Eric Salwan
Co-Founder
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