CNC Machinist, Deburr (Starship Components)

SpaceX
Hawthorne, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level CNC machinists with deburr experience working in aerospace manufacturing and comfortable with early morning or afternoon shifts.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on deburr experience in tight tolerance environments
    — “Polish tight tolerance surface finishes and inspect with profilometer
  • Individuals familiar with post-machining processes and part specifications
    — “Deburr and process machined valve components in post machining
  • Those who thrive in structured production settings with clear goals
    — “Meet expectations for productivity and production goals

Things to consider

  • Requires ability to work early morning or afternoon shifts plus weekends
    — “Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
  • Physical demands include lifting, repetitive motion, and chemical exposure
    — “Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted, repetitive movement, bending or twisting

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate specific experience with mass finishing equipment and recipes
    — “Operate a mass finishing barrel tumbler using given recipes
  • Highlight process improvement initiatives from past roles
    — “Provide continuous ideas for process improvements
  • Show familiarity with ASME standards in machining applications
    — “Interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 standard
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 standard
  • deburr and process machined valve components
  • chase machine cut threads
  • polish tight tolerance surface finishes
Typical background
1+ years of professional work experience in a factory/production environment

Skills & requirements

Required

CNC MachiningDeburringThread ChasingSurface FinishingMaterial InventoryMass FinishingQuality Control

Preferred

Blueprint ReadingCNC Machining KnowledgeMeasuring Instruments

Stack & domain

Cnc MachiningBlueprint ReadingMeasuring InstrumentsTeamworkProblem-solvingAttention To DetailManufacturingMachiningEngineering

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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, DEBURR (STARSHIP COMPONENTS)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 standard to maintain part specifications

Deburr and process machined valve components in post machining

Chase machine cut threads to size if necessary

Polish tight tolerance surface finishes and inspect with profilometer

Wash parts that have gone through deburr process and passivate using citric passivation process when required

Assist with material inventory and prep for machining processes

Operate a mass finishing barrel tumbler using given recipes for specific parts and materials

Meet expectations for productivity and production goals

Maintain a clean and efficient work environment

Constantly keep products moving and alert management when production is inhibited

Provide continuous ideas for process improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of professional work experience in a factory/production environment; or the completion of a machining certification

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

2+ years of deburr experience using various deburr techniques using manual and automated equipment

Experience working in a machine shop

Experience with basic blueprint reading

Knowledge of CNC machining

Experience using various measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and borescopes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed:

1st shift start time is 5:00 AM

2nd shift start time is 3:00 PM

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted, 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, exposure to typical shop chemicals (coolant, solvents, cleaners) are generally required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

    

Pay range:    

Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour    

Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour    

Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/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.

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, 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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