Winding and Curing Operator

About Blackwave 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.

Role Mission The mission of the Winding and Curing Operator is to execute winding and curing operations accurately and reliably to ensure consistent product quality, stable processes, and safe operation of equipment. The role supports daily production by following defined procedures, monitoring processes, and contributing to efficient and repeatable manufacturing operations.

Expected Outcomes A Successful Winding And Curing Operator Will

• Execute winding and curing tasks according to work instructions and process parameters
• Ensure consistent product quality and adherence to specifications
• Operate winding and curing equipment safely and reliably
• Identify deviations and report issues in a timely and structured manner
• Support stable production flow and daily output targets
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and organized production environment

Key Responsibilities

• Operate winding and curing equipment according to defined procedures
• Execute manual and semi-automated winding and curing steps as assigned
• Monitor process parameters, equipment behavior, and product condition during production
• Perform visual and basic quality checks during and after processing
• Document production data, deviations, and observations accurately
• Support setup, changeover, and shutdown of winding and curing equipment
• Follow safety, quality, and operational guidelines at all times
• Communicate issues, deviations, or abnormalities to the Winding and Curing Lead
• Support cleaning, maintenance, and organization of the production area
• Work closely with on-site production, quality, and operations teams

Competencies Technical and Operational Know-how

• Basic understanding of winding and curing or similar production processes
• Ability to operate technical equipment by following instructions
• Willingness to work with machines, tools, and defined process parameters
• Ability to follow structured procedures and document work accurately

Professional and Personal Skills

• Reliable, precise, and disciplined working style
• High attention to detail and quality
• Ability to follow instructions consistently
• Team-oriented mindset with clear communication
• Willingness to learn and improve technical and production skills

Required Qualifications Education and Experience

• Vocational training, technical education, or relevant practical experience
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial environments is preferred
• Experience working in structured, process-driven settings is an advantage

Language Skills

• English is required
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Ability to communicate issues and document production-related information in English

Work Model

• On-site work is mandatory
• Ability to work reliably in a production environment with physical processes and equipment
• Our current facility is located in Lockhart, Texas (near Austin/San Antonio)
• In mid-2026, Blackwave will relocate to a new site in the Port San Antonio aerospace hub

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Blackwave Texas Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ITAR Eligibility

Because we work on technologies that are subject to U.S. export regulations (ITAR), this role can only be filled by individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria.

To be considered, you must be one of the following:

• a U.S. citizen or U.S. national,
• a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder),
• a refugee or asylee admitted under U.S. law,
• or otherwise authorized to receive U.S. export-controlled information from the Department of State.

If you’re unsure whether you meet these requirements, you can learn more about ITAR here

At Blackwave Texas Inc., we hire for talent, curiosity, and the drive to build what’s next. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and qualifications.

If you’d like to review our affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]

For this U.S.-based role, your application will be managed by our global People Team in Germany.