SpaceX · 3 months ago
CNC Machinist (Starship Components) - Level 4/5
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$36/hr - $51/hr
8+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The CNC Machinist will operate CNC machines to produce flight hardware, perform precision set-ups, manage cutting tools, and maintain the shop to achieve program production goals.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Operate CNC machines and produce flight hardware needed to achieve program level production rate goals
Perform precision set-ups of various CNC machines on state-of-the-art assets
Prioritize daily work to ensure high machine uptime across the shop/area of your responsibility
Manage cutting tools in CNC machines to ensure that machines have the needed cutting tools loaded and measured before they are called in upcoming programs
Deburr hardware in your work center to contribute to deliveries to our downstream customers
Operate clean line equipment, laser part marking, and general part finishing requirements
Operate and effectively use calibrated devices to ensure hardware exiting the machine shop is conforming and meets print requirements
Perform CNC machine preventative maintenance on a weekly and monthly basis
Maintain the shop in terms of chip bins, oils, greases, 5S and general upkeep activities
Remain flexible in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and support teammates however possible
Complete work instructions and test plans to document needed data throughout each process
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
8+ years of experience in CNC machining
Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Must be able to stand and kneel unassisted
Must be able to do repetitive movement; bend or twist; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; exposure to sounds and distractive noise levels
Preferred
10+ years of experience operating CNC machinery
Motivation to learn technical aspects of CNC machining
Ability to read accurately and write clearly
Perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately
Experience in shop math, tooling technology, blueprint reading and measurement of parts
Strong mechanical aptitude
Strong interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, contributing to a team-oriented environment, balancing team and individual responsibilities
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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