CNC Machinist (Raptor) - Level 4/5

Spacex; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a CNC Machinist (Raptor) at Level 4/5 to operate CNC machines, deburr parts, inspect finishes, and set up precision tooling for state-of-the-art assets. You will chase threads, borescope parts, and perform routine maintenance while maintaining 5S in the shop.

Availability for overtime and weekend hours, first shift 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM, lifting up to 50 lbs. The role requires high school diploma and 8+ years in manufacturing, with growth potential to 10+ years.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Motivation to learn technical aspects of CNC machining.
• Ability to read accurately and write clearly, perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately.

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.
• Operate and effectively use calibrated devices to ensure hardware exiting the machine shop is conforming and meets print 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.
• Remain flexible in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and support teammates however possible.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading blueprints

Basic arithmetic

Shop math

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Job description

CNC MACHINIST (RAPTOR) - LEVEL 4/5

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
• Operate and effectively use calibrated devices to ensure hardware exiting the machine shop is conforming and meets print 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
• Remain flexible in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and support teammates however possible

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing
• Motivation to learn technical aspects of CNC machining
• Ability to read accurately and write clearly, perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately
• 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 1st shift (5:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs without accommodation
• Capable of standing and kneeling without accommodation
• Must be able to do repetitive movement; bend or twist; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; exposure to sounds and distractive noise levels

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level 4: $36.00 - $43.00/hour
Level 5: $41.00 - $51.00/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.

• 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 .

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