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Karman Space Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$23 - $30/hr

"Launch" your new career with AAE a Division of Karman Space & Defense! We are looking for CNC MACHINISTS! · 1st Shift CNC Lathe: M-F (7:30am-4pm) · 2nd Shift CNC Lathe: M-F (4pm-12:30pm) · 2nd ...

CNC Lathe Operator

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core ...

CNC Lathe Operator

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

ABOUT US Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe ...

Quality Engineer I

Mukilteo, WA · On-site

$80K - $94K/yr

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core ...

Quality Engineer I

Mukilteo, WA · On-site

$80K - $94K/yr

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core ...

CNC Machinist

Corona, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to ...

Metrology Engineer

Wilsonville, OR · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for karman space in the United States is $74,860.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Karman Space job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,860 per year, or $36 per hour.

$23 - $30/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

"Launch" your new career with AAE a Division of Karman Space & Defense! 

We are looking for CNC MACHINISTS!

· 1st Shift CNC Lathe: M-F (7:30am-4pm)

· 2nd Shift CNC Lathe: M-F (4pm-12:30pm)

· 2nd Shift CNC Mill: M-F (4pm-12:30pm)

Pay: $23/HR - $30/HR DOE

SUMMARY:

The CNC Machinist will be expected to demonstrate a high degree of proficiency in the setup, operation and care of HAAS CNC lathes. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the ability to perform the following:

· Verify your own work using, Micrometers and Gages, Height gage and Caliper

· Multi-task, take initiative, and communicate clearly with your team and management

· Composite experience is a plus

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

· Machinist will operate and maintain lathe/ milling machines. Experience operating CNC mills and/or lathes is required. 5 axis experience is a plus.

· Review drawings, instructions, blueprints, or samples to ensure accurate production.

· Ability to take precise measurements for cutting or shaping using standard SMI, calipers, mics, and height gages.

· Maintain inventory of completed products.

· Possess attention to detail and accuracy while checking output for quality assurance and document or discard defects.

· Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a requirement, in the aerospace industry is a plus.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

· Medical

· Dental

· Vision

· Life

· 401k

· Paid Holidays

· Employee Referral Program

- Employee Discount Programs

If an exciting career in the Space & Defense Industry is for you, we'd LOVE to talk to you!

KARMAN SPACE & DEFENSE : Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to customers, creating a supply chain solution in a historically fragmented supply base. The Karman team draws on in-house expertise in engineering & design, precision machining, large part forming, welding, heat age, finishing, assembly, ablative & insulative composites, and other capabilities to serve as a strategic partner to customers. Karman is headquartered in greater Los Angeles and currently has 5 locations in Southern California and 1 location in Mukilteo, Washington.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $23 - $30 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No

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