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Operario mecanizado CNC
1 open position
CAD/CAM Programmer
1 open position
About PLD:
PLD Space is an international space services company with in-house engineering and manufacturing. It is dedicated to transporting satellites and humans into space, vertically integrating engineering, testing, manufacturing and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the space launcher sector. Its MIURA family of launchers and its LINCE manned capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.
With a team of more than 280 employees and 170
million in total funding, PLD Space also has the largest private test benches
in Europe, located in Teruel (Spain), and operates two launch bases: El
Arenosillo, in Huelva (Spain); and the Guiana Space Centre (CSG), in Kourou
(French Guiana). In total, it has more than 188,000m2 of industrial
infrastructures under management.
Mission
As part of a small and dynamic team, you will be responsible for programming through CAD-CAM of various machining machines, as well as supervising the correct transfer of the program to manufacturing at the machine level.
Responsibilities
- Determine the optimal machining strategy to manufacture each component.
- Program CNC machines using Siemens NX and Hypermill software and solid models provided by engineering
- Work closely with the engineering team to provide crucial design input to manufacturing.
- Knowledge of the tools necessary for those operations that involve complex machining, in addition to having the capacity and autonomy to design them.
- Provide support in the creation of work instructions for use in the workshop, specifying the most appropriate sequence.
- Choose the most appropriate tools in addition to calculating the working conditions.
Necessary Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or analogous field.
- + 7 years of experience programming CNC machines at the machine level.
- +7 years of experience with different types of machines: lathe, 3-5 axis machining center, multifunction, etc.
- + 5 years of experience programming CNC equipment with CAD/CAM software.
- Extensive knowledge of machining tools/techniques.
- Experience with different types of metals: aluminium, stainless steel, copper, titanium, alloys with high nickel content, etc.
- Knowledge of G and M code programming.
- Extensive knowledge of dimensional and geometric tolerances.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products: Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
- Spoken and written English.
Desired Requirements
- Predisposition to work at the machine level.
- Previous experience in the aeronautical sector will be valued.
- Experience with Siemens NX, HyperMill and TeamCenter desired.
- Knowledge in metrology will be valued.
- Experience with controls: Fanuc, Heidenhain and Okuma.
- Teamwork.
- Stress tolerance.
- Multitasking.
Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Physiotherapy within our facilities
- 50% discount on your health insurance
- You can sign-up your family members with health insurance at a competitive price.
- Healthy snacks and lots of fruit
Find balance
- 23 days of paid vacation plus December 24th and 31st
- Flexible work schedule
Never stop learning
- We encourage practical learning
- We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork
Focus on your financial future
- Childcare flexible contributions
- Restaurant tickets
- Transport flexible contributions
- Training support
Values
We have five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies.
- Teamwork.
- Hard work.
- Dynamism.
- Commitment.
- Keep it simple.
Join us to reinvent how rockets are built!
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Business Analyst
1 open position
Sales & Customers
1 open position
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1 open position
Product Assurance Engineer
1 open position
Civil Engineer and Facilities
1 open position
Civil and Installations Engineer
About PLD
Founded in 2011, PLD Space is a high-tech engineering, manufacturing and service-driven company, with deep track record and expertise in space launch technologies.
We are a trusted global championing industry leader disrupting the pathway to space access. We are on a mission to reach new hights by making space more accesible, supporting missions that will make us smarter, safer and wealthier.
Our purpose is to propel new futures, to enable progress from space and enrich peoples’ lives on Earth, by moving new economies, people and world forward.
Mission
He/she will be responsible for coordinating, supervising and managing the execution of the installations (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.), ensuring that the established deadlines, costs and quality standards are met, as well as the regulations in force.
Responsibilities
• Plan and organize the development of the installation works in coordination with the business manager.
• Establish the schedule of activities and monitor progress.
• Coordinate and supervise the technical team and subcontractors.
• Control and supervise the correct execution of the installations (HVAC, PCI, LV, Telecom, CCTV, etc.).
• Ensure that the work is carried out in compliance with technical specifications, legal regulations and quality standards.
• Manage tests and revisions of the installations before project delivery.
• Supervise and control the use of material resources and equipment assigned to the work.
• Manage the receipt, storage and distribution of materials for the installations.
• Ensure compliance with deadlines and control associated costs.
• Verify that the installations comply with the required quality standards and current regulations.
• Supervise compliance with occupational health and safety regulations in the installation areas and implementation of environmental protection measures during the work phases.
• Report on the progress of the installations and submit reports.
Necessary Requirements
• Degree in Industrial Engineering, mechanical, electrical or similar.
• >3 years of experience.
• English language skills are a must.
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Técnico Eléctrico
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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
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Material Engineer
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Thermal Engineer
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Chief Product Quality & Systems Reliability Officer
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Warehouse Technician
1 open position
Responsable Administratif et Financier
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Tooling Engineer Structures
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Ingeniero Mecánico Junior
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1 open position
Internship Talent Programs
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1 open position
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Turbomachinery Structural Engineer
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Quality Inspector & Metrology
1 open position
Labview Automation Engineer
1 open position
Structures Design Engineer
1 open position
Propulsion Test Engineer
2 open positions
About PLD:
Founded in 2011, PLD Space is a high-tech engineering, manufacturing and service-driven company, with deep track record and expertise in space launch technologies.
We are a trusted global championing industry leader disrupting the pathway to space access. We are on a mission to reach new heights by making space more accessible, supporting missions that will make us smarter, safer and wealthier.
Our purpose is to propel new futures, to enable progress from space and enrich peoples’ lives on Earth, by moving new economies, people and world forward.
Testing & M&P Engineer
1 open position
About PLD:
Founded in 2011, PLD Space is a high-tech engineering, manufacturing and service-driven company, with deep track record and expertise in space launch technologies.
We are a trusted global championing industry leader disrupting the pathway to space access. We are on a mission to reach new hights by making space more accesible, supporting missions that will make us smarter, safer and wealthier.
Our purpose is to propel new futures, to enable progress from space and enrich peoples’ lives on Earth, by moving new economies, people and world forward.
Systems Engineer
2 open positions
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1 open position
Quality Assurance Engineer
1 open position
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1 open position
Project Manager
3 open positions
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1 open position
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1 open position
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1 open position
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1 open position
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1 open position
Flight Safety Engineer
1 open position
RAMS Engineer
1 open position
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1 open position
Técnico de Aviónica
1 open position
