CNC Machinist (Starship Components) - Level 4/5

About the role

SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a CNC Machinist (Starship Components) at Level 4 or 5, you will produce flight hardware critical to achieving program-level production rate goals.

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 tools are loaded and measured before upcoming programs
• Deburr hardware in your work center to contribute to deliveries to downstream customers
• Operate clean line equipment, laser part marking, and general part finishing requirements
• Operate and effectively use calibrated devices to ensure hardware 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
• 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
• Estimated start times: 1st shift (5:00 AM) or 2nd shift (2:30 PM)
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Must be able to stand and kneel unassisted
• Must be able to perform repetitive movements; bend or twist; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; exposure to sounds and distractive noise levels
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. §1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. §1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

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 contributing to a team-oriented environment and balancing team/individual responsibilities

Pay

• Level 4: $36.00 - $43.00/hour
• Level 5: $41.00 - $51.00/hour

Actual level and base salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Base salary is part of a total rewards package that may include long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards), discretionary bonuses, stock purchase discounts, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, short/long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation (3 weeks accrued), and 10+ paid holidays per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 3 weeks of paid vacation (accrued)
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (stock purchase discount)
• Long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards)
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Various discounts and perks