CNC Machinist (Falcon)

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward hands-on technicians comfortable with multi-axis CNC machining and tight tolerance work, operating in a high-volume production environment in Hawthorne, CA.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years of CNC mill experience and a strong grasp of blueprint reading and GD&T
    — “Ability to read and understand blueprints, GD&T, notes and tolerances”
  • Individuals who thrive in physically demanding environments and are adaptable to rotating shifts
    — “Monday to Friday, 5:00AM - 3:30PM”
  • Candidates with experience handling complex materials like Inconel and titanium
    — “Experience working with various material, such as Inconel, stainless steel, copper, titanium”

Things to consider

  • This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in tight, sometimes uncomfortable spaces
    — “Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces”
  • Candidates must be prepared for potential overtime and weekend work
    — “Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with multi-axis CNC machines and specific materials in your resume and interviews
    — “Set up and operate multi-axis CNC Mills up to 5-axis”
  • Demonstrate your ability to provide feedback on process improvements during interviews
    — “Continuously provide feedback for process improvements”
  • Emphasize your familiarity with multiple machine controls like Fanuc and Siemens
    — “Familiar with multiple machine control, OSP, Fanuc, and Siemens”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • complex, tight tolerance parts
  • various materials
Typical background
3+ years CNC mill experience

Skills & requirements

Required

CNC MillingBlueprint ReadingGD&THand Inspection Tools

Preferred

G-code UnderstandingMultiple Machine Control

Stack & domain

CNC MillsG-codeBlueprintsGD&TOSPFanucSiemensInconelStainless SteelCopperTitanium

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 (FALCON)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set up and operate multi-axis CNC Mills up to 5-axis

Inspect parts using hand tools to verify dimensions

Complete machining operations from blueprints, drawings and/or verbal instructions

Work with complex, tight tolerance parts and various materials

Meet expectations for productivity

Communicate with shop leadership when production is inhibited

Continuously provide feedback for process improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of experience in set up, operation and/or programming of CNC mill

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Understand basic G-Code and comfortable making adjustment to feed/speed

Ability to read and understand blueprints, GD&T, notes and tolerances

Ability to use hand inspection tools to check machined features

Familiar with multiple machine control, OSP, Fanuc, and Siemens

Experience working with various material, such as Inconel, stainless steel, copper, titanium

Ability to read and work off of a blueprint

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

Monday to Friday, 5:00AM - 3:30PM

Monday to Friday, 3:30PM - 2:00AM

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

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:    

CNC Machinist /Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour    

CNC Machinist /Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour    

CNC Machinist /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, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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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