Lead CNC Shop Engineer — 5-Axis & Wire EDM

The Exploration Company; Bordeaux; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exploration Company in Bordeaux seeks a Principal Advanced Machining Engineer to lead and structure our CNC workshop, translating design intent into robust, scalable manufacturing solutions.

You will guide a team of six CNC specialists, coordinate milling, turning, 5-axis machining and Wire EDM, and ensure first-time-right quality and optimal machine utilization for Nyx and future space programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years leading a CNC workshop or equivalent manufacturing team.
• Strong expertise in translating design intent into robust manufacturing solutions.
• Experience with high-precision aerospace/space-grade components is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and structure the CNC workshop, ensuring first-time-right quality.
• Guide a team of six CNC specialists to meet program milestones.
• Coordinate milling, turning, 5-axis machining and Wire EDM for Nyx and future space programs.

Skills

CNC machining

5-axis machining

Team leadership

Manufacturing processes

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CNC milling machines

Wire EDM machines

5-axis CNC machinery

Job description

The Exploration Company in Bordeaux seeks a Principal Advanced Machining Engineer to lead and structure our CNC workshop, translating design intent into robust, scalable manufacturing solutions.

You will guide a team of six CNC specialists, coordinate milling, turning, 5-axis machining and Wire EDM, and ensure first-time-right quality and optimal machine utilization for Nyx and future space programs.