Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA.

At Beehive Industries, we believe there is a better way to meet our customer’s needs. Through Additive Manufacturing, Beehive Industries helps develop and produce solutions for our customers at unprecedented speeds, while never compromising the aerospace level quality that they need for their critical work. This role will be located at our Centennial, Colorado facility.

Role Overview

Beehive Industries is searching for a qualified candidate to fill an open position for a Principal Machinist. This position is intended for a self-driven professional looking to expand their abilities to include machining consumable goods for the DMLS process as well as metal 3D printed components.

What You'll Do...

• Setup and run 3-axis and 5-axis CNC vertical machining centers and CMM equipment
• Develop machining fixtures for complex aerospace components
• Program CNC equipment on-line and off-line
• Quote machining work for internal and external customers
• Maintain accurate and legible records of production work and results
• Uphold a high degree of a work-area cleanliness (daily and weekly) and organization
• Explore opportunities to add value to the organization
• Perform preventative and proactive maintenance on various shop equipment
• Understand and identify EH&S hazards, risks and controls of the machine shop operations and activities at the site
• Ensure full compliance with EHS and Quality requirements
• Allocate tooling to be ordered for jobs

You have...

• 15+ years of CNC machining experience in turbo machinery components
• Experience machining castings, forging or 3D printed hardware an asset using 5 axis CNC, and EDM machines
• High School Diploma
• Experience in SolidCAM, MasterCam or NX PowerMill an asset
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and Microsoft Office (2 years programming experience)
• Strong technical skills in GD&T & blueprints
• Strong experience with turning/lathes
• Some experience working with Heat Resistant Super Alloys (Nickel Alloys)
• Experience with OKUMA and Makino multi axis CNC equipment preferred
• Excellent problem solving, organizational, communication and teamwork skills
• Exposure to working within a facility quality systems and codes (ex. ISO 9001, AS9100)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Physical Requirements

These requirements are based on the typical tasks associated with the position and are critical for ensuring safety, productivity, and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remain in a standing or sitting stationary position for 3-4 hours per day (1-2 hours at one time)
• Move about 3-4 hours per day (1-2 hours at one time)
• Frequently lift or carry objects between 26 – 45 pounds
• Frequently push or pull objects between 26-45 pounds
• Frequently reach at or below shoulder level, and occasionally reach overhead
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls
• Occasionally bend, stoop, or twist
• Occasionally crouch, kneel, and squat
• Frequently keyboard
• Effectively communicate in person and via telephone or other electronic devices

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $40.00-$65.00 base salary. Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.