Machinist II

About the Company

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years and continues to accelerate.

Machinist II

Durango, CO – Onsite (Non-Exempt, Full-time)

Full-time – Non-Exempt – No Remote – Requires on-site presence.

• 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, including proper use of safety equipment.
• Meet job standard times with minimal supervision.
• Diagnose production problems such as out-of-tolerance machining, poor finishes, damaged or worn cutters, and tooling.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team of individual contributors.
• 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 technical direction on machine tools, controllers, and manufacturing processes.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

• 3+ 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 U.S. 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.
• Seeking to constantly improve and optimize facilities.

• Stand for extended periods without leaving the work area.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Walk reasonable distances during work.
• Lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs routinely and 50 lbs on occasion.
• Pull or push objects weighing up to 25 lbs routinely and 50 lbs on occasion.
• Grasp objects utilizing fingers (fine motor manipulation).
• Reach for objects above the head or below the waist.
• Stooping or crouching by bending at waist or legs.
• Withstand exposure to constant or intermittent high noise levels.

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required: safety glasses, hearing protection (varies by task), safety shoes.

Salary range: $27.88–$37.50 per hour (mid‑range compensation).

Agile Space Industries offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, flexible time off, parental leave, and a 401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 4%.

Agile Space Industries is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.