Energetics Operator II at Estes Energetics – Pueblo, Colorado

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. 

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Job Summary:

Voyager Technologies is seeking an Energetics Operator II to support energetic production efforts. The Manufacturing Operator II is an experienced production operator who can run multiple machines or complex processes with limited supervision. This role supports changeovers, minor troubleshooting, and mentoring of Operator I employees, while maintaining higher expectations for quality and throughput.

Responsibilities: 

• Independently operate one or more production lines or machines, following standard work and work instructions, meeting rate and quality targets.
• Perform in‑process inspections, use basic measuring tools, and document quality results.
• Assist with setups and changeovers, including tooling, fixtures, and basic parameter adjustments.
• Train and mentor Operator I employees on safe, effective operation and standard work.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records in logs or ERP/MES.
• Follow safety, 5S, and housekeeping standards; participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in training and cross‑training to learn additional operations as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of hazardous material handling and explosive safety principles.
• Ability to follow complex instructions, batch sheets, and production travelers with accuracy.
• Awareness of quality control procedures and documentation requirements.
• Competence in operating mechanical or automated production equipment.
• Strong focus on detail, safety, and reliability in hazardous environments.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with measuring tools (scales, gauges, etc.).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses, including:
• • Be 21 years of age or older.
  • Pass pre-employment drug test.
  • Pass State and Federal background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and six sigma methodologies

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice