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Furnace Technician, Ceramic Matrix Composites - Castelion Corporation | Career Page Furnace Technician, Ceramic Matrix Composites Torrance, California, United States Apply for Position Or refer someone Job Openings Furnace Technician, Ceramic Matrix Composites About the job Furnace Technician, Ceramic Matrix Composites Why Castelion, Why Now Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus and technical excellence are decisive advantages - and we are building a team that can deliver real capability, not just concepts. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where your work will directly shape critical systems, influence major technical decisions, and have immediate, real-world impact. Furnace Technician, Ceramic Matrix Composites Castelion is seeking a hands-on Technician to support operation of our Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) manufacturing processes. This role will be responsible for operating high-temperature furnaces used in the production of advanced aerospace components, monitoring critical process parameters, supporting equipment troubleshooting, and ensuring successful execution of production runs. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, comfortable operating complex manufacturing equipment, and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in scaling Castelion's advanced materials manufacturing capabilities and supporting continuous production operations.
Responsibilities Operate and monitor high-temperature CMC processing furnaces and associated manufacturing equipment. Load and unload production hardware, tooling, and fixtures according to established work instructions. Monitor process parameters including temperature, pressure, vacuum, gas flow, and cycle progression. Respond to equipment alarms, process deviations, and abnormal operating conditions. Perform routine equipment inspections and support preventative maintenance activities. Execute startup, shutdown, and changeover procedures. Support troubleshooting efforts and provide detailed documentation of equipment and process performance. Maintain accurate production records, process documentation, and shift handoff communications. Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers and Facilities personnel to improve equipment reliability and process performance. Maintain cleanliness and organization of manufacturing areas and equipment. Follow all safety procedures associated with high-temperature equipment, inert gases, vacuum systems, and industrial manufacturing operations. Basic
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of experience operating industrial manufacturing equipment. Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills. Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and procedures. Ability to work flexible schedules, including night shifts, weekends, and overtime as required to support production needs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around industrial equipment. Ability to wear required PPE and work in a manufacturing environment. Preferred Skills and Experience Experience operating furnaces, ovens, kilns, vacuum systems, or thermal processing equipment. Experience in aerospace, composites, ceramics, heat treatment, semiconductor, or other advanced manufacturing environments. Familiarity with process control systems, PLC interfaces, or industrial automation equipment. Experience performing basic equipment troubleshooting and maintenance activities. Forklift, crane, or rigging experience.
Benefits And
Perks Employee Equity: Meaningful equity for all full-time employees - share value has increased 150x in three years Personal Time Off: Four (4) weeks of paid time off to unplug, reset, and come back sharp—velocity matters, burnout doesn't Company Paid Holidays: Ten (10) company paid holidays Medical: We offer plans at 100% employee covered and 80% of dependent coverage Dental & Vision: We cover 90% employees and 80% for dependents to ensure you and your family have access to quality preventive and ongoing care FSA/HSA: To support long-term health and financial resilience, we offer FSA and HSA options that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible medical and dependent care expenses Retirement: 401k plan offered to support long term financial growth along side high-impact, high-velocity work Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with meaningful time to bond and recover. Birthing parents are eligible for up to 10 weeks of paid leave, while non-birthing parents may take up to 4 weeks of paid leave. This time can be used for pre-natal care, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical needs—ensuring every parent has the support they need during this important life moment.8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees Meals & Catering: Frequently catered lunches and team meals, plus company-covered meals when extra time or effort is required Snacks & Beverages: Fully stocked kitchen with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you fueled throughout the day Performance & Fitness: $100 monthly fitness stipend to support peak performance and health, both inside and outside of work EV Charging: Onsite electric vehicle charging available for employees Physical Demands Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed Must be able to travel up to 30% Must be able to lift more than 50lbs ITAR
Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. This position may require access to classified information or restricted U.S. Government sites, systems, or information, as determined by the Company and/or applicable U.S. Government
requirements. If the position is so designated, your employment in
the role may be contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government security clearance or other government authorization, and to satisfy any citizenship or other eligibility
requirements imposed by applicable law, regulation, executive order, or government contract
requirements. You will be notified if and when such
requirements apply. Failure to obtain or maintain any required clearance or authorization may result in reassignment, leave, or separation from employment, consistent with business needs and applicable law. Affirmative Action/EEO Statement Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and
qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
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About Castelion
Castelion is a modern defense production company building long-range hypersonic strike systems to address a critical national security gap. Founded in 2021, Castelion was created in response to the recognized need for the United States to rapidly develop hypersonic capabilities to remain competitive with near-peer adversaries and deter future conflicts.
The company operates under the philosophy of "Peace through Deterrence" — building the weapons systems that ensure conflicts never need to happen. Castelion is one of the few companies in the hypersonics space that has moved beyond concepts to actual production deliverables, with government contracts across multiple branches of the military and a $23M+ Navy order for 50 units in calendar year 2027.
Backed by over $469M in funding from top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and General Catalyst, Castelion is scaling rapidly. The company is building what it anticipates will become the preeminent hypersonics campus in the country — including a $150M, 1,000-acre solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, alongside its headquarters in Torrance, California.
Castelion's culture is defined by technical excellence, ownership, and velocity. Engineers own meaningful subsystems on the vehicle and are responsible for driving their success. The company follows a responsible engineering model inspired by SpaceX, where individuals choose the highest-value work and are empowered to cultivate resources and partnerships to deliver results. The engineering bar is exceptionally high — attracting elite talent who want to be surrounded by other elite talent.
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Location
torrance, ca
Funding
Total raised
$464M
Last stage
Growth
Investors
Founders
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