Manager, CNC Machining

CesiumAstro•Austin, TX

About The Position

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 Manager, CNC Machining to our team. 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. The Manager, CNC Machining manages CNC machining operations responsible for manufacturing precision components supporting products and platforms. This role contributes to operational success by managing machining resources, directing production execution, developing machining personnel, and ensuring machining operations satisfy safety, quality, delivery, and business objectives. Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations teams, this role manages machining execution, workforce planning, and continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 7–9 years of related experience in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, industrial technology, mechanical engineering, operations management, or a related field.
1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Advanced proficiency in CNC machining operations, precision machining, manufacturing processes, GD&T, and shop floor operations.
Expertise managing CNC machining personnel, production schedules, machining resources, tooling, and operational performance.
Strong understanding of machining methods, cutting tools, equipment utilization, quality systems, lean manufacturing, safety requirements, and continuous improvement principles.
Demonstrates the ability to balance safety, quality, cost, schedule, staffing, equipment utilization, and operational priorities across machining operations.
Exercises sound judgment when managing personnel, resolving operational challenges, and supporting manufacturing objectives.
Experitise in CNC machine controls and manufacturing software, e.g. Haas, Fanuc, Mazatrol, Siemens, or equivalent systems.
Strong understanding of manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP systems, and production management applications, e.g. Epicor, SAP, Solumina, or equivalent applications.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

Manage CNC machining personnel responsible for machine setup, machining operations, inspection, and production activities.
Assign machining resources, establish production priorities, and manage daily machining operations to achieve safety, quality, cost, schedule, and delivery objectives.
Evaluate operational risks, staffing requirements, machining challenges, equipment utilization, and production capacity while directing timely resolution of manufacturing issues.
Oversee CNC machining activities including machine setup, tooling, production scheduling, equipment utilization, machining readiness, and manufacturing performance.
Ensure machining operations comply with engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, manufacturing procedures, quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Monitor production performance, machining metrics, equipment utilization, tooling performance, and operational effectiveness while implementing corrective actions as needed.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, production control, supply chain, and operations teams to support machining activities and production objectives.
Communicate machining performance, operational risks, staffing requirements, resource needs, and production status to leadership and cross-functional partners.
Develop machining personnel through coaching, mentoring, performance management, workforce planning, and employee development.
Establish machining processes, production procedures, safety practices, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting operational objectives.
Evaluate machining performance, production processes, quality metrics, equipment utilization, and manufacturing methods while implementing improvements that strengthen machining capabilities.
Drive initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, machining efficiency, cost performance, and operational excellence.