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SpaceX · 2 months ago

CNC Machine Maintenance Technician (Starlink)

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human life on Mars, including the deployment of Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. The CNC Machine Maintenance Technician role involves providing mechanical, electrical, and control support for CNC machines, ensuring their proper operating condition through maintenance and repair tasks.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
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Responsibilities

Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5 axis milling, mill turn applications, horizontal and vertical lathes
Troubleshoot and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors
Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters
Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems including ballscrews, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes
Drive forklifts and company vehicles
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Qualification

CNC control systemsHydraulic systemsPneumatic systemsMechanical repairElectrical repair5 axis machinesRenishaw calibration systemsAnalytical thinkerDetail orientedSelf-motivated

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of maintenance technician experience
3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair
3+ years of experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Allen Bradley
Must be willing to work either shift, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
Must be willing to train on 1st shift for the first 30 days
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time
Must be comfortable working in a production environment with extensive use of hazardous chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and solvents
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and electro-chemical manufacturing environment
Must be comfortable with climbing up and down ladders, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, crawling, and maneuvering in tight spaces
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

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer
Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 5 axis machines in aerospace environment
Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including – straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control
Experience using Renishaw calibration systems including XL-80 Laser Interferometer and Ballbar
Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment
Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)
Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
Analytical thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues
Self-motivated and able to work well with others

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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