Lead Machinist - Weekend Shift

👀 At a Glance

Company: Ursa Major
Location: Berthoud, CO (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $36 – $57 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Weekend Shift | Friday–Sunday | 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM (3x12s)
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5–10 years)
Work Authorization: U.S. Person (Citizenship, Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylum)
Published: February 3, 2026
Apply Link: [Apply Now on hireCNC]

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🚀 Why This Role Exists

This role was created to support Ursa Major’s continued growth in rocket propulsion manufacturing. As the company expands its ability to produce mission-critical aerospace components, this Lead Machinist role plays a vital part in delivering tight-tolerance parts for space, defense, and hypersonic applications.

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🧰 The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program, set up, and run 3-axis, 5-axis, and mill-turn CNC machines
• Machine titanium and nickel superalloy components for rocket propulsion systems
• Lead and mentor a team of machinists on the weekend shift
• Design fixturing and optimize workholding solutions
• Collaborate with engineering on DFM (Design for Manufacturability)
• Uphold 5S, safety, and quality standards across the shop floor
• Continuously improve processes and support implementation of new tooling and strategies

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🖥 Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: DMG Mori 5-axis mills and mill-turn centers
• Controls: Siemens
• CAM Software: hyperMILL
• Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, CMM, and on-machine probing

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🔩 Materials You’ll Work With

• Titanium
• Inconel / Nickel Superalloys
• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum (as needed)

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🎯 What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing
• Previous leadership or lead machinist experience
• Proficient with multi-axis CNC machining and mill-turn operations
• Experience with GD&T, high-speed machining, and on-machine probing
• Strong communicator and team-oriented mindset

Preferred:

• Familiarity with DMG Mori machines
• Proficiency with hyperMILL CAM software
• Background in titanium or Inconel machining
• Experience leading continuous improvement or process development

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🌟 Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Ursa Major because:

• You’ll work on real aerospace hardware that goes to space or defense platforms
• The shop is clean, modern, and stocked with cutting-edge technology
• Machinists are respected as subject matter experts — not button-pushers
• You’ll have real input on process improvements and fixturing
• Excellent benefits and career development opportunities

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💵 Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $36 – $57/hr (based on experience)
Pay Notes: Relocation Assistance Available

Benefits Include:

• Unlimited PTO (Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement)
• Paid Parental & Adoptive Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Options
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Roth Option + Company Equity Grants
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and mission-driven culture

Schedule:
Friday – Sunday | 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM (3x12s)
Overtime: As Needed

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📩 Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.