Manufacturing Expert

About Pangea Propulsion:

We are a company dedicated to developing advanced propulsion systems for the space industry based on three key principles: high efficiency sustainability and reusability. We are revolutionizing the space industry with ground-breaking innovations that allow us to offer the best performance to cost propulsion systems.

Our goal is to be the propulsion provider for the next generation of spacecraft which is essential to meet demands and compete in the booming space market of the next decade.

We are a passionate multicultural and multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space propulsion technology.

We have already made history by successfully testing the worlds first 3D-printed Methalox Aerospike engine marking a significant milestone for the space industry.

We are looking for talented professionals to join our international teams in Barcelona and Toulouse. We want to be a key player in improving diversity in the Aerospace sector as in Pangea we believe that diversity (gender age race sexual orientation beliefs disability culture etc.) is a key to success. Within Pangea everyone can grow with the same opportunities. We encourage you to apply. Individually we are different but together we are an amazing team!

About the role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Expert with strong expertise in subtractive machining CNC operations for non-conventional manufactured parts (especially Additive Manufacturing) metallurgical knowledge and advanced geometric tolerancing & metrology. The selected candidate will drive technical excellence across internal manufacturing processes and external suppliers ensuring robust industrialization manufacturability and dimensional compliance.

During the initial phase the position will be based in Valladolid with regular travel to our Barcelona the long term the role will transition to being based in Barcelona.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute validate and optimize complex machining processes including tight-tolerance components and critical geometries.
• Perform or technically supervise advanced welding operations providing metallurgical and process guidance even when execution is outsourced.
• Define analyze and refine GD&T schemes in collaboration with mechanical design to ensure drawings are manufacturable measurable and aligned with functional and assembly requirements.
• Support internal teams by technically assessing new manufacturing needs proposing suitable process approaches anticipating risks and defining efficient and reliable manufacturing routes.
• Create comprehensive manufacturing process plans: machining routes steps inspection requirements and critical control points.
• Provide technical leadership to suppliers clarifying process details tolerances manufacturing routes and critical features.
• Prepare all relevant manufacturing documentation: routing sheets work instructions inspection requirements and checklists.
• Contribute to the technical validation of new manufacturing solutions focusing on hybrid process chains that combine conventional methods with innovative techniques such as advanced finishing or next-generation inspection technologies.

What you need to be successful:

• Proven experience (35 years) in the aerospace or manufacturing industry working with high-precision metal components.
• Strong expertise in CNC machining and post-processing of parts manufactured with non-conventional methods.
• Solid background in metallurgy heat treatments and material behavior.
• Mastery of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and dimensional standards (ISO GPS / ASME).
• Advanced knowledge of metrology CMM operation measurement systems and dimensional verification strategies.
• Familiarity with Teamcenter PLM for managing product data revisions and manufacturing workflows.

Other useful skills:

• Degree in Mechanical Aerospace Materials Engineering or equivalent
• Experience with hyperMILL or other high-end CAM software for toolpath generation and complex machining strategies.
• Proficiency in Siemens NX for CAD/CAM integration.
• Exposure to innovative or hybrid manufacturing technologies.
• Experience in special processes (welding thermal treatments).
• Familiarity with EN9100 or ISO 9001.
• Lean / Six Sigma experience.

Not hitting every requirement Research suggests that some people tend to hesitate when it comes to job applications if they dont meet all the desired qualifications. Here at Pangea Aerospace were committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity inclusivity and authenticity. So if youre enthusiastic about this role but your prior experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification mentioned in the job description we still strongly encourage you to apply. You might just be the ideal candidate for this position or other opportunities within our organization.

More about us

We are an international and very multicultural team. Our work is guided by these core values:

Teamwork: We strive to work together as an aligned team towards our common goals.

Respect & tolerance: we value people with integrity that treat other people with respect. We enjoy having diverse views to enrich the debate and take better decisions.

Passion for growth: we are passionate about space and about being pioneers; also we value personal and organizational growth aiming to a constant improvement.

Sustainability: because a long-term vision and strategy is not possible if sustainability is not in the teams core values.

Daring: we do things that sometimes seem impossible but we always go the extra mile to find a path to do them and we are ready to take the necessary risks to achieve our goals.

If this sounds good to you and you want to join the New Space revolution we really want to meet you!