CNC Machinist II (3rd Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Please Note:  To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At  CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a  CNC Machinist II to our team on 3rd shift. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.

• Machining high quality parts.
• Reading and following technical drawings and 3D cad models.
• Inspecting and documenting one’s own manufactured parts.
• Checking machinery is in good working order before shift.
• Performing machine set ups for part manufacturing.
• Performing edits as needed.
• Performing all necessary machine maintenance for operation and use equipment properly.
• Abiding by all safety standards.
• Reporting any safety or maintenance concerns to management immediately.
• Keeping all work areas clean and organized.

• Minimum of 3-4 year experience as a CNC Machinist, working with high-precision parts and assemblies.
• High School diploma or GED required, Associates Degree in Machining Technology strongly preferred.
• Able to perform physically demanding work—standing, bending, lifting 25 lbs. regularly.
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools.
• Positive attitude, reliable, and a team player.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Good math skills.
• Solid computer skills.
• Availability to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

• Haas, Matsuura, and/ or Mazak experience.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.  

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.