CNC Machinist (Raptor) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 1+ years of manufacturing experience and are comfortable with repetitive physical tasks.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on manufacturing experience and a track record of maintaining shop efficiency
    — “Maintain the shop in terms of chip bins, oils, greases, 5S and general upkeep activities”
  • Candidates who thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a focus on aerospace production
    — “Strong interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, contributing to a team-oriented environment, balancing team and individual responsibilities”

Things to consider

  • This role requires physical endurance and availability for 2nd shift and overtime hours
    — “Must be available for 2nd shift (2:45 PM - 12:45 AM)”
  • Candidates must be capable of lifting up to 50lbs without accommodation
    — “Capable of lifting up to 50lbs without accommodation”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to perform precision setups and document process data effectively
    — “Perform precision set-ups of various CNC machines on state-of-the-art assets”
  • Showcase experience with surface finish inspection and internal part defect detection
    — “Borescope parts to check for internal defects and debris”
  • Highlight your history of managing cutting tools and ensuring machine readiness
    — “Manage cutting tools in CNC machines to ensure that machines have the needed cutting tools loaded and measured before they are called in upcoming programs”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • high machine uptime
  • accurate part finishing
Typical background
1+ years of manufacturing experience

Skills & requirements

Required

CNC OperationQuality ControlMechanical Aptitude

Preferred

Blueprint ReadingShop Math

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 (RAPTOR) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate CNC machines and produce flight hardware needed to achieve program level production rate goals

Deburr hardware in the assigned work center to contribute to deliveries to downstream customers

Chase machine cut threads to size

Inspect surface finishes, threads, and broken edges

Borescope parts to check for internal defects and debris

Operate clean line equipment, laser part marking, and general part finishing according to 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

Complete work instructions and test plans to document needed data throughout each process

Perform precision set-ups of various CNC machines on state-of-the-art assets

Prioritize daily work to ensure high machine uptime across the assigned shop / area

Manage cutting tools in CNC machines to ensure that machines have the needed cutting tools loaded and measured before they are called in upcoming programs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of experience in manufacturing 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

5+ years of experience in manufacturing

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, but not limited to, contributing to a team-oriented environment, balancing team and individual responsibilities

Physical Requirements: 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Available for overtime and weekend hours

Must be available for 2nd shift (2:45 PM - 12:45 AM)

Capable of lifting up to 50lbs without accommodation

Capable of standing and kneeling without accommodation 

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 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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