Job description
ATMOS Space Cargo is seeking a skilled and reliable CNC Mechanic to join our Workshop team. In this role, you will be responsible for the precise machining of critical components used in our aerospace systems. You will work with high-performance materials, interpret technical drawings, and ensure all components meet stringent quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of space transportation by bringing high-quality hardware to life.
Key Responsibilities:
− Operate and monitor state-of-the-art 5-axis milling machines and cycle-controlled lathes
− Machine primarily heavy components in single-part and small-batch production, focusing on precision and weight reduction
− Independently set up machines, including tool selection, calibration, and dimensional inspection of produced parts
− Interpret technical drawings and manufacturing documentation to ensure accurate execution
− Monitor machining processes and contribute ideas for process optimization and quality improvement
− Ensure all parts meet dimensional, technical, and quality standards using precision measuring tools
− Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, while actively contributing in a team-oriented, quality-driven environment
Profile required
− Completed vocational training in machining, milling, or a related field; relevant experience as a CNC milling specialist also welcomed – career changers encouraged
− Strong expertise in setting up, operating, and programming 5-axis CNC milling machines, ideally with Siemens 840D and CAD/CAM software
− Confident in reading technical drawings and working independently with high precision
− A high level of quality awareness and reliability, along with solid skills in measurement techniques and documentatio
− Excellent written and spoken German and English
Preferred Qualifications:
− Experience with 5-axis simultaneous milling is a plus
− Prior experience in a startup or tech-driven environment
− Experience in aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing environments
− Understanding of cleanroom procedures and safety standards in space-grade manufacturing
Company description
ATMOS was founded as a European company built on the values of freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law, and human rights. We are committed to protect these values by making our technology available to others who share the same values, strengthening infrastructure and innovation for prosperity on Earth.
Our team is multinational and diverse, with offices in Lichtenau and Strasbourg. We work in a collegial, hands-on culture where people support each other, take ownership, and keep learning every day. Motivation for the mission comes first — building spacecraft is not a nine-to-five pursuit. We align the mission, the team, and the individual in mutual dependence. This principle shapes our work environment where exceptional people, as committed as they are competent, can grow and contribute to a mission that matters.