CNC machining operator

PLD Space·Elche, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Elche

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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About the role

As a machining technician, your main mission within the area will be to prepare the different machine tools, as well as to rework the manufactured parts.

What you'll do

  • Operate CNC machining machines and manual tools to produce precise metal parts according to the provided drawings and specifications.
  • Experience using manual machining machines, parallel lathe, universal milling machine.
  • Inspect and measure the produced parts to ensure quality and compliance with company standards.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machining machines and tools to ensure their proper operation and extend their useful life.
  • Work as a team with other departments to coordinate production and ensure delivery deadlines are met efficiently.

What we're looking for

  • Ability to modify parameters on the CNC control.
  • Vocational training (FP) in machining or equivalent. Ideally: "Programming of production in mechanical manufacturing" or "Design in mechanical manufacturing"
  • +2/3 years of experience with different types of machines: lathe, 3-5 axis machining center, multi-function, etc.
  • Experience with different types of metals: aluminum, stainless steel, copper, titanium, high-nickel alloys, etc.
  • Ability to choose the most suitable tools as well as calculate working conditions.
  • Ability to program in ISO code at the machine.
  • Ability to read and understand drawings and technical specifications.
  • Extensive knowledge of dimensional and geometric tolerances.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.
  • Ability to work with CAD/CAM programs.
  • Knowledge of the CNC control environment: Fanuc, Heidenhain, Okuma, etc.
  • Maintain the required order and cleanliness in the machining area.
  • Other workshop tasks assigned to you.

Nice to have

  • +3 years of experience in machining processes.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products: Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • English
  • Forklift course.
  • Overhead crane operator course.
  • Occupational risk prevention course (preventive resource).

What you'll get

  • Physiotherapy within our facilities
  • 50% discount on your health insurance
  • You can add your family members to the health insurance at a competitive price.
  • Healthy snacks and fresh fruit
  • We foster practical learning
  • We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork
  • 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st off
  • Daycare
  • Restaurant tickets
  • Transportation
  • Education

About the company & team

PLD Space is an international company whose mission is to transport satellites into space, vertically integrating the engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Based in Elche and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the small satellite launch vehicle sector. Its family of MIURA launch vehicles and its LINCE crewed capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.

PLD Space has technical facilities covering more than 188,000 m² in Elche, Teruel, Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), enabling it to offer complete launch services for satellites and other payloads into space.

Teamwork, courage, determination, and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous and independent capability for satellite access to space, based on reliability at a competitive price globally. The company is able to offer the best launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies, and national and international government entities.

We have five core beliefs that guide how PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies

  • Teamwork
  • Effort
  • Dynamism
  • Commitment
  • Make it easy

Join us to reinvent the way rockets are built!

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

PLD Space

PLD Space

Aerospace

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Spanish company
100-250 employees