Machine Operator – Composite Manufacturing (all genders)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES THE WHAT To end COPV failure in spaceflight. Performance is built in the process, not just in the design. A stable winding process is essential for producing high-quality components. You operate filament winding machines to manufacture high-pressure composite tanks, ensuring components are produced to specification, processes remain stable, and quality stays consistently high. Winding & Machine Operation • Operate filament winding machines, including process parameter monitoring • Perform pre- and post-processing tasks (e.g. vacuum bagging, curing preparation, unpacking) • Ensure stable machine operation and prevent production downtime Quality & Process Discipline • Inspect components during and after production • Never pass on defective or uninspected parts • Report process deviations immediately • Follow defined work instructions, maintain accurate documentation, and keep the workplace organized Collaboration & Continuous Improvement • Work closely with QA and cross-functional teams • Communicate issues and deviations openly and early Identify process deviations and contribute improvement ideas YOUR PROFILE • Experience in manufacturing, CNC/machine operation, metalworking, plastics, automotive, or a comparable production environment • Technical training is an advantage but not required • Hands-on mindset with a precise and structured way of working • Strong understanding of quality standards and manufacturing tolerances • Willingness to work shifts • Basic technical understanding MINDSET (Blackwave Code) • Accountability: You take ownership of every part you produce • High Performance: Quality is consistent, never accidental • Candor: You speak up immediately when something is wrong • Togetherness: You work seamlessly as part of the team • Playfulness: You actively identify and implement process improvements WHAT WE OFFER • High level of autonomy & real impact: Be part of shaping our high-tech production landscape • Flexible working hours & remote work options based on mutual agreement • Startup mindset meets aerospace innovation: Flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas • Choose your own benefit: Germany ticket, Egym Wellpass, or a tax-free Give Card • Healthy & social lunch culture: Enjoy fresh meals during shared lunch breaks • Stunning views: Wind down on our rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of the Alps • Growth opportunities: Work on exciting projects and learn from inspiring people • We live our team culture: From tech talks to team events and after-work gatherings – we celebrate success together About us Blackwave designs, manufactures and ships flight-qualified, commercial off-the-shelf composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs) for launch vehicles and satellites. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, the company delivers COPVs from a standardized portfolio with flight heritage. The approach reduces lead time from months to days while ensuring that each tank is qualified and flight-ready. Blackwave's mission is to end COPV failure in spaceflight. The company employs more than 150 people across manufacturing facilities in Germany and Texas.More information at Blackwave.com and the procurement platform COPV.com.