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CNC Machinist (Starship Components) - Level 4/5

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SpaceX logoSpacex · Hawthorne, CA
Full-timeOn-site3w ago
CNC
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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

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 8+ years of experience in CNC machining
  • PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • 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
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Estimated start times: 1st shift (5:00 AM); 2nd shift (2:30 PM)
  • 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
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
  • Pay range:
  • Level 4: $36.00 - $43.00/hour
  • Level 5: $41.00 - $51.00/hour
  • Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
  • ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Benefits

Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave

Additional Information

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. CNC MACHINIST (STARSHIP COMPONENTS) - LEVEL 4/5


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