Senior Machinist

Senior Machinist –
Agile Space Industries

Join our manufacturing center in Durango, Colorado to support the production of rocket engines. In this role you will work with the Manufacturing Director to maintain facilities and support the machining, assembly, and delivery of high‑quality rocket hardware for in‑space propulsion and R&D applications.

• Operate lathes, mills, and surface grinders
• Perform inspections using metrology equipment
• Provide feedback on engineering drawings to improve machinability
• Maintain equipment
• Assemble hardware as needed
• Follow all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of safety equipment and relevant safety procedures
• Meet job standard times with minimal supervision
• Basic troubleshooting skills and must recognize production problems such as out‑of‑tolerance machining, poor finishes, damaged or worn cutters, and tooling
• Work both independently and collaboratively within a team of individual contributors to enable every member to succeed in their respective tasks
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Lead, train, or mentor others by providing regular technical direction and oversight on machine tools, controllers and manufacturing processes
• Other duties as assigned

• 8+ years of machining experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to self‑direct work
• Computer skills such as MS Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen or permanent resident

• Experience with CNC or conversational machines
• Proficiency with CAD and CAM
• Experience with machining forged, cast, or 3D printed parts
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in team environments
• Seeks to constantly improve and optimize facilities

• Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
• Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Walk for reasonable distances in performing the work
• Lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs routinely unassisted and 50 lbs on occasion
• Pull or push objects weighing up to 25 lbs routinely unassisted and 50 lbs on occasion
• Grasp objects utilizing the fingers (fine motor manipulation)
• Reach for objects above the head or below the waist
• Stoop or crouch by bending at the waist or by bending the legs
• Withstand exposure to constant or intermittent high noise levels

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required including safety glasses, hearing protection (varies based on tasks), and safety shoes

Employment Type
:
Non‑Exempt

Salary
: $39–$56 an hour

Work Schedule
:
Full Time

Location
:
Durango, CO

Remote
:
No

Agile Space Industries offers health, dental, vision coverage, Flexible Time Off, parental leave, and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.

We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.

At Agile, we aim to create an accessible and inclusive experience. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please submit a request to

This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged; reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process.