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CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift
Allen Control Systems • Austin, TX | $75000
Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup developing small, autonomous gun turrets (Bullfrog) that use advanced computer vision and control systems to target and neutralize drones and loitering munitions. Founded by two former Navy electrical engineers with prior successful exits. We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Machinist to support prototyping, manufacturing, and assembly of complex parts. Responsibilities include setting up and operating CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines; programming with G-code or CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360); reading and interpreting GD&T drawings; performing maintenance and troubleshooting; inspecting parts with precision tools; and collaborating with engineers to optimize processes. Requires 5+ years CNC experience, proficiency in programming/setup/operation, inspection tools, and shop equipment. Competitive salary, equity, health/dental/vision, PTO. Engineering-first culture in fast-paced defense tech environment.
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Machine Shop Technician
Atomic Industries • Detroit, MI | $80000
Atomic Industries is pioneering the automation of the tool and die industry using advanced AI and robotics to enable rapid, high-precision manufacturing of complex parts. Our mission is to reindustrialize America by revitalizing domestic manufacturing capabilities, reducing dependency on foreign supply chains, and accelerating innovation in hard tech sectors like defense, aerospace, and automotive. As a Machine Shop Technician, you will operate and maintain a variety of machine tools, including CNC mills, lathes, and grinders, to produce precision components. Responsibilities include setting up machines according to blueprints and specifications, monitoring production runs, performing quality inspections using micrometers and calipers, troubleshooting equipment issues, and collaborating with engineers to optimize processes. This role requires hands-on experience with machining operations, knowledge of G-code programming, and a commitment to safety protocols in a fast-paced startup environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience in a machine shop, familiarity with CAD/CAM software, and a passion for building the future of American manufacturing. Join us in transforming how the world makes things, from prototypes to production-scale runs, while contributing to national security and economic resurgence.
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Manufacturing Engineer
NOX Metals • Detroit, MI | $70176
NOX Metals is a Y Combinator S25 startup revolutionizing the metals manufacturing industry by creating a modern factory that delivers fast, low-cost metals to bolster America's industrial base. We are vertically integrating our operations, beginning with CNC aluminum blocks, to address critical supply chain challenges and promote the reindustrialization of America. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, optimizing, and overseeing manufacturing processes in our new Detroit factory. Responsibilities include setting up and programming CNC machines, troubleshooting production issues, ensuring quality standards, and innovating to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. This position requires expertise in mechanical engineering principles, CNC operations, and manufacturing systems. Join our small, ambitious team to make a real impact by building industrial infrastructure and moving physical products in a hard tech environment dedicated to domestic manufacturing revival.
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G3N • Remote or hybrid (Palo Alto, CA) | $150000
G3N is hiring exceptional engineers and researchers for humanoid robots for Earth and beyond. Roles include Humanoid Robotics & Motion Control, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Actuators & Robotic Hands, Embodied AI, Robot Learning, Computer Vision, Robotics Simulation, Aerospace & Space Robotics, and Thermal Engineering. Remote or hybrid. Equity-based compensation. Value first-principles thinking, technical depth, and speed of execution. Founded 2024, early-stage startup building affordable humanoid robots.
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Nox Metals • Detroit, MI | $110000
Nox Metals is an AI-powered metals supplier building automated factories to supply custom-cut metals faster and cheaper for American manufacturing, aerospace, and defense. Founded in 2025, Seed-stage (raised $11.5M in 2026 led by Hyperion with participation from Y Combinator, Palmer Luckey, etc.), they operate vertically integrated, software-defined factories in Detroit to reindustrialize US supply chains. They are actively hiring across engineering and operations roles including machinists, mechanical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and assemblers to scale production of aluminum plate/bar and other materials for customers like machine shops, Anduril, and SpaceX. Join a mission-driven team of technical founders focused on creating technologically abundant industrial capacity. Apply via their careers page for hands-on builder roles in a fast-growing hard-tech startup.
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Allen Control Systems • Austin, TX | $110000
ACS develops counter-drone robotic gun systems and autonomous weapon stations. With recent funding rounds supporting manufacturing scale-up, they seek mechanical engineers, CNC machinists, electrical engineers, and assembly technicians. The mission is to neutralize drone threats through innovative AI-powered precision systems. Hiring events and direct applications promoted for roles spanning computer vision to CNC operation. Technical founders with deep defense and robotics experience drive the company in the defense-tech space.
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Inversion Space • Playa Vista, CA | $128000
Inversion is hiring across ALL disciplines, including Mechanical Engineering. We’re looking for people who want to own real flight hardware, solve hard problems, and move fast from design to manufacturing to test. Structures. Mechanisms. Thermal systems. Vehicle integration. Inversion builds autonomous re-entry vehicles for on-demand cargo delivery from space, serving commercial, civil, and defense industries. Series A company developing space-based logistics for defense and beyond. Explore open roles on our careers page for mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace engineering positions.
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Yondu AI • Gardena, CA | $160000
Yondu is creating the robotic workforce of the future starting with logistics automation. We're deploying humanoid robots in the first flexible, drop-in picking automation solution designed for 3PLs. Our approach is building robot foundation models to enable off the shelf robots to do these tasks autonomously. At Yondu, you’ll work alongside a small, ambitious team building general-purpose robots for real-world use. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, move quickly, and see your work make a direct impact on the technology we deploy. If you’re excited about Physical AI, robot learning, and pushing the boundaries of what robots can do in the real world, we’d love to hear from you. YC W24 company focused on hard-tech robotics and embodied AI.
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Atomic Machines • Emeryville, CA | $100000
Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era of micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler™ technology platform, enabling new classes of micromachines. Early-stage hard-tech company in precision CNC, automation, and R&D hardware (Seed/Series A stage with technical founders). Facilities in Emeryville and Santa Clara, CA. **Role**: Own precision machined parts from start to finish in our prototype machine shop. Interpret drawings, program CAM (Fusion 360, Mastercam, etc.), design fixtures, operate 3-5 axis mills, live-tool lathes, waterjets, lasers. Tolerances to ±0.0005". Inspect, document processes. 3+ years CNC experience in high-mix low-volume preferred. Swing or day shifts available. $45-55/hr + equity/benefits. Related to finalREV manufacturing initiatives.
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