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Machine Maintenance Technician (CNC) - Level 4/5

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · 6 days ago
On-siteManagement$45–$53/hrFull-time

About the role

SpaceX’s CNC Machine Maintenance team provides mechanical, electrical, and controls support to SpaceX production, R&D machining, and fabrication teams. We support a wide range of machine configurations and OEMs, including 5-axis gantries, multi-axis mill-turn machines, large vertical lathes, horizontal boring mills, spin-forming lathes, waterjets, and press brakes. CNC Machine Maintenance Technicians repair, maintain, and modify this equipment. The role requires collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique machine issues and resolve them quickly in a high-demand environment.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
  • Provide preventative and corrective 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 ball screws, 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

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 7+ years experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair or maintenance
  • Experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenhain, and Allen Bradley
  • Ability to work one of the following shifts:
    • 1st shift: Monday to Friday: 5:30AM – 3:30PM
    • 2nd shift: Monday to Friday: 1:30PM – 12:00AM
  • Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime and weekends, as needed
  • Willingness to obtain a forklift certification and operate them when needed
  • Physical effort with some handling of lightweight supplies or materials (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)
  • Standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position
  • Ability to work at heights and confined 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 Skills and Experience

  • Associate’s degree in a technical discipline
  • Experience installing, aligning, and commissioning 5-axis machines in an 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

Pay

Machine Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $45.00 - $53.00/hour
Machine Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $51.00 - $61.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. 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.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Various discounts and perks
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 10 or more paid holidays per year

Schedule

  • 1st shift: Monday to Friday: 5:30AM – 3:30PM
  • 2nd shift: Monday to Friday: 1:30PM – 12:00AM
  • Overtime and weekend work may be required

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