Impulse Space

Machine Shop Manager

Redondo Beach, California, United States

$150-190k

Full Time

10 hours ago

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Job description

As a Machine Shop Manager at Impulse, you will be responsible for building a machine shop that is exceptional at challenging and improving engineering designs for manufacturability, creating and standardizing innovative machining technologies, growing and developing a world class team, and building a system that is designed to scale.

Responsibilities

Build, mentor, and develop a world-class team of machinists, programmers, and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develop, implement and maintain machining processes and strategies that drive high throughput of new products through the machine shop with intense regard towards scalability
Challenge engineering designs and drawings to optimize manufacturability at both internal and external shops. Collaborate closely with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to integrate design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles, ensuring manufacturability and cost-effectiveness
Machine flight critical hardware, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive operational efficiency, throughput, and quality. Ensure machining processes meet aggressive production rate targets
Lead and scale a high-performing machine shop, overseeing CNC machining, multi-axis milling, and precision manufacturing to support aerospace-grade component production
Own full accountability for machine shop performance, driving improvements in lead time, tooling strategies, workflow efficiency, and overall production scalability
Experience and willingness to implement advanced machining technologies such as skiving, machining of large 5-axis parts, swiss machining, etc

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of experience in machining and precision manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role supporting machine shop operations in aerospace, automotive, or other high-precision industries
Demonstrated expertise in CNC machining, high-speed milling, multi-axis machining, and tight-tolerance manufacturing, particularly with aerospace-grade materials like titanium, Inconel, copper, and aluminum
Demonstrated experience leading & optimizing high-performing machining centers, driving efficiency, throughput, and process reliability while maintaining strict quality standards
Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and mentoring high-performing machinist and programming teams, fostering a culture of accountability and technical excellence
Hands-on problem-solving mindset, with expertise in design for manufacturing, CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, NX), ERP/MES systems, and real-time production monitoring to optimize workflow and machine utilization

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience scaling high-rate aerospace machining operations, optimizing cycle times, and implementing lights-out manufacturing with automation
Background in additive manufacturing, hybrid machining, or advanced material processing to support next-generation aerospace component production
5+ years' of demonstrated experience with aerospace manufacturing standards (AS9100, NADCAP, ITAR compliance) with experience leading teams through rigorous certification and audit processes
Expertise with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and statistical process control (SPC) to drive continuous improvement and waste reduction in machining operations

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.