Senior CNC Machinist & Spacecraft Assembly Tech

Blue Canyon Technologies; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

401k with 4% match

Generous PTO and parental leave

Job summary

Blue Canyon Technologies in Lafayette, CO is seeking a senior Machinist Sr. Technician to lead high-precision CNC machining and assembly for spaceflight components. This full-time role requires hands-on expertise and a strong commitment to quality.

You will program, operate, and optimize multi-axis machines, read blueprints, apply GD&T, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with engineering to ensure manufacturability and reliability of critical parts.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 7+ years related experience.
• Experience in CNC machining and mechanical assembly.
• Interpretation of blueprints/technical specifications and GD&T.
• Experience using metrology tools (CMM, micrometers, calipers, multimeters).
• Experience leading and mentoring junior technicians.
• CAM software experience (Mastercam, Fusion 360 CAM).

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and execute CNC machining programs for complex aerospace components (G-code and CAM).
• Operate advanced CNC equipment (mills, lathes, multi-axis) with precision and efficiency (setup, tool selection, in-process verification).
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions to maintain quality.
• Collaborate with engineering using DFM to translate designs into manufacturable components.
• Perform and maintain records for equipment preventive maintenance (PM).
• Secondary allocation: read and assemble electrical/mechanical components per blueprints and specs; ensure precise quality inspections.

Skills

CNC machining

Mechanical assembly

GD&T

Metrology tools

SolidWorks/AutoCAD/Fusion 360

CAM software

Leadership mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Autodesk Fusion 360

Mastercam

Fusion 360 CAM

Job description

Blue Canyon Technologies in Lafayette, CO is seeking a senior Machinist Sr. Technician to lead high-precision CNC machining and assembly for spaceflight components. This full-time role requires hands-on expertise and a strong commitment to quality.

You will program, operate, and optimize multi-axis machines, read blueprints, apply GD&T, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with engineering to ensure manufacturability and reliability of critical parts.