Space Kinetic
space
MachiningOperationsCoordinator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.
“Machining Operations Coordinator at Space Kinetic. Skills: machining operations, production scheduling, vendor management, customer coordination, quoting and bidding. coordinating machine shop workflow. managing production scheduling”
Industry & Context.
Help identify bottlenecks, production risks, or delays and escalate issues proactively
Overtime or weekend work may be required based on production needs, On-site role in El Segundo manufacturing facility, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), Refugee under 8 U. S. C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U. S. C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State (ITAR Requirements)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school Diploma or equivalent, 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, machining coordination, production scheduling, estimating, or related field, understanding of machining and manufacturing environments, Experience coordinating with machine shops, vendors, suppliers, or manufacturing service providers, organizational, communication, and multitasking skills, Ability to manage shifting priorities and multiple active jobs simultaneously, Comfortable reading basic engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation, Experience preparing quotes, estimates, or customer proposals, Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and production tracking systems, Ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment
Nice to Have
Experience with 5-axis machining and/or mill-turn equipment, Prototype or short-run machining experience, G-code editing and troubleshooting, Mastercam or CAM exposure a plus, Experience with a variety of materials (aluminum, stainless, titanium, etc.), understanding of tooling, feeds/speeds, and workholding, Ability to work independently in a fast-moving shop environment, Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing industries, Familiarity with CNC machining processes and manufacturing terminology, Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Experience supporting rapid prototype or low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environments, Prior experience in customer-facing manufacturing or operations coordination roles
What You'll Do.
coordinating machine shop workflow
managing production scheduling
supporting outside customer machining work
preparing quotes and bids
coordinating third-party vendors and services
Identify and pursue external machining opportunities
Prepare machining quotes
and written bid submissions
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers
Coordinate internal machining schedules
Balance external customer work with internal Space Kinetic manufacturing priorities and schedules
Coordinate with third-party suppliers and service providers
Coordinate outside technician or contract machining support
Track outsourced parts
and critical-path items
Assist with production tracking
and schedule reporting
Support ERP/MRP updates
and manufacturing documentation management
Participate in production and operations meetings and provide status updates
Help identify bottlenecks
or delays and escalate issues proactively
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to prioritize jobs and resolve scheduling conflicts; Coordinate with third-party suppliers and service providers; Coordinate outside technician or contract machining support; Participate in production and operations meetings
Communication Scope
organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
Process & Methodology
production scheduling, workflow management, schedule reporting, job tracking, Track outsourced parts, supplier schedules, and critical-path items
Full Job Description
A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture-backed startup focused on addressing urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low-cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL-5 prototype. Our goal is to leverage this platform to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain & catalyzing the emerging space economy. What You’ll Do: We are seeking a highly organized and driven Machining Operations Coordinator to support both internal manufacturing operations and external machining business opportunities. This role will be responsible for coordinating machine shop workflow, managing production scheduling, supporting outside customer machining work, preparing quotes and bids, and coordinating third-party vendors and services. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and capable of balancing customer needs, production priorities, and operational deadlines. Key Responsibilities Identify and pursue external machining opportunities to support machine shop utilization and business growth Prepare machining quotes, estimates, and written bid submissions for prospective and existing customers Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout quoting, scheduling, production, and delivery activities Coordinate internal machining schedules to ensure machines are efficiently utilized and production deadlines are met Balance external customer work with internal Space Kinetic manufacturing priorities and schedules Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to prioritize jobs and resolve scheduling conflicts Coordinate with third-party suppliers and ser
Applying for this Machining Operations Coordinator role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on Greenhouse
- Create a Greenhouse profile before applying — it saves time across multiple applications.
- Upload your resume as a PDF; the parser handles it better than Word.
- Answer all knockout questions carefully — wrong answers auto-reject before a human sees you.
- Enable email notifications to track application status in real time.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about Space Kinetic?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.