CNC Operator (all genders)

Your Responsibilities THE WHY To end COPV failure in spaceflight. Microns define mission success. Production defines whether quality becomes reality. This role ensures every part meets exact specifications — every time.

The What You operate CNC machines to produce high-precision components with repeatable quality. You ensure:

• parts meet exact specifications
• quality remains consistent
• processes run stable and on takt

You are the final step before reality.

Your Mission:

• 100% tolerance compliance
• No unverified parts
• Immediate escalation of deviations
• Stable machine operation
• Consistent takt time
• Strict adherence to processes
• Clean and structured workspace
• Clear communication across shifts

→ Accountability & Candor: Own it. Speak early.

• Identify irregularities
• Suggest improvements
• Support optimization

→ Playfulness: Improve the system.

YOUR PROFILE

• Vocational training as CNC machinist, industrial mechanic or similar
• Experience in CNC operation highly appreciated
• Ability to read technical drawings or the willigness to learn
• Confident use of measurement tools
• Understanding of tolerances
• Precise and structured working style
• Willingness to work shifts (Monday - Friday between 6am and 10pm, no weeked, bank holidays or night shifts required)

MINDSET (BLACKWAVE CODE in Action) Accountability: Own every part. No excuses.

High Performance: Deliver precision under pressure.

Candor: Speak up immediately.

Togetherness: Work as one team.

Playfulness: Continuously improve.

What We Offer

• High level of autonomy & real impact: Be part of shaping our high-tech production landscape
• Flexible working hours & remote work options based on mutual agreement
• Startup mindset meets aerospace innovation: Flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas
• Choose your own benefit: Germany ticket, Egym Wellpass, or a tax-free Give Card
• Healthy & social lunch culture: Enjoy fresh meals during shared lunch breaks
• Stunning views: Wind down on our rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of the Alps
• Growth opportunities: Work on exciting projects and learn from inspiring people
• We live our team culture: From tech talks to team events and after-work gatherings – we celebrate success together

About Us Blackwave designs, manufactures and ships flight-qualified, commercial off-the-shelf composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs) for launch vehicles and satellites. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, the company delivers COPVs from a standardized portfolio with flight heritage. The approach reduces lead time from months to days while ensuring that each tank is qualified and flight-ready. Blackwave's mission is to end COPV failure in spaceflight. The company employs more than 150 people across manufacturing facilities in Germany and Texas.

More information at Blackwave.com and the procurement platform COPV.com.