Are you ready to launch your career in space? Do you have a passion for innovation in a hands-on environment with cutting-edge technology? As the Machine Shop Supervisor, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform a variety of duties including performance management, fostering career development efforts, and handling daily work assignment and schedule adherence while producing world class flight hardware and all other shop support for the entire organization. You'll be responsible for delivering quality parts while developing the team safety while also meeting or exceeding Engineering requirements, while also playing a key role in the future development of our machining capabilities well into the future

Sierra Space-based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI, Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space Center, FL-designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and internation

If you have a keen eye for the big picture, excellent production skills, and enjoy working collaboratively, we may have the perfect role for you! As the Machine Shop Supervisor, you'll be responsible for reviewing our production schedules, material needs, and manpower resources, assigning employees to maximize our production objectives, informing employees of production and material problems, and resolving problems affecting schedules while maintaining the quality of our products. You'll participate in establishing and modifying our operational methods and processes by recommending changes in materials, equipment, and procedures.

Must-haves: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field of study Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications Experience with corrective action planning Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence Experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment Thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of manufacturing principles

Preferred: A minimum of 5 years in a leadership position within an aerospace machining and or fabrication environment Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications Experience with corrective action planning Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence Experience with 3 and 5 axis CAD/CAM programming best practices Thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of manufacturing principles Typically, 10-15 years of relevant experience A higher level degree may substitute for experience Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements: Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception and telling the difference between colors Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes Rarely lifting or carrying up to 35 lbs.

Working Conditions: Occasionally exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.) Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials Frequently exposed to loud noises

Safety Sensitive Position: Responsible for the safety or security of people or property Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Departmen

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas,... For full info follow application link.