Production Operator (all genders) - Aerospace

Your Responsibilities THE WHY To end COPV failure in spaceflight. Production defines performance. If processes are unstable, nothing works.

The What You work directly in production and ensure parts are manufactured precisely and reliably. You keep processes running.

• Operate machines and production equipment
• Prepare and process parts (cleaning, grinding, assembling)
• Ensure quality and follow defined processes
• Document work steps
• Follow structured workflows
• Maintain clean workspace
• Collaborate with production and quality
• Identify issues
• Suggest improvements
• Support optimization

YOUR PROFILE

• Training in a manual trade (e.g. locksmith, carpenter, metalworker, vehicle mechanic) – or you’ve learned your skills in another way.
• Career changers welcome
• Hands-on experience with tools, machines, or ideally metal – whether from a job, workshop, or hobby.
• A quick grasp of new tasks and the drive to work carefully and reliably.
• You like to get things done and enjoy taking action.
• Availability between 6am and 10pm for 8 hours: We have a two shift system, no weekends and no work on bank holidays is required
• You speak English (at least B2 level), German is helpful in the daily collaboration but not a must have.

MINDSET (BLACKWAVE CODE)

• Accountability
• High Performance
• Candor
• Togetherness
• Playfulness

What We Offer

• 30 days of paid vacation – plenty of time to recharge.
• Flexible working hours - because we believe in results, not rigid schedules.
• Free lunch & drinks – freshly prepared on site every day.
• Work clothes provided – no need to bring your own gear.
• Secure job with real responsibility – we rely on you.
• Easy to reach & mobility support – e.g. with the Deutschlandticket.
• A strong team – supportive, open and international.
• Regular team events – from BBQs to pizza nights.
• Work with a view – our rooftop terrace comes with an Alpine panorama.

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.