Diamond Turning Machinist (Starlink) - Level 4/5
About the role
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. As a Diamond Turning Machinist on the Diamond Turning team, you will be responsible for the manufacturing and development of sub-micron level tolerance diamond turned parts at production volumes.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineering to develop new diamond-turned products and processes
- Continuously improve production process to maximize throughput, improve yield, and improve process up time
- Maintain maximum machine up time by troubleshooting off nominal issues such as resolving alarms, repairing tooling, and actively maintaining best practices
- Follow defined work instructions, process controls and maintain a safe work environment
- Use metrology including CMM’s, optical microscopes and Zygo interferometers
- Change tools and tooling, following defined processes
- Perform data entry, work tracking and effective communication
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of experience operating diamond turning lathes
- Experience using GD&T producing precision optics
Preferred Skills And Experience
- 5+ years operating diamond turning lathes
- Experience developing and producing new diamond turned products
- Experience using Nanocam or similar software
- Ability to independently troubleshoot off-nominal issues related to diamond turning and precision optics manufacturing
Additional Requirements
Must be available for 10 hour shifts. Estimated shift times: 1st shift (6:00AM-4:30PM), 2nd shift (4:00PM to 2:30AM). Ability to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted. Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours min. Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces. Ability to work in an environment with repetitive movement, bending or twisting, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.
Compensation And Benefits
Pay range: Diamond Turning Machinist /Level 4: $41.00 - $50.00/hour, Diamond Turning Machinist /Level 5: $46.50 - $59.00/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. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive 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, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
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.