CNC Machinist (Raptor Production Machining)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team in Hawthorne. In this role, you will operate state-of-the-art CNC machines to produce essential flight hardware, ensuring high production rates and quality standards. Your expertise will contribute to the development of groundbreaking technologies aimed at enabling human life on Mars. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, where your contributions will directly impact the future of space exploration. If you're passionate about precision machining and aerospace innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Vision and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discretionary bonuses

Access to discounts and perks

Qualifications

• 1+ years of CNC machining experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interpersonal skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce flight hardware.
• Perform precision setups and manage cutting tools.

Skills

CNC machining

blueprint reading

shop math

mechanical aptitude

interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

CNC machines

calibrated devices

Job description

CNC Machinist (Raptor Production Machining)

Hawthorne, CA

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate CNC machines and produce flight hardware needed to achieve program level production rate goals
• Perform precision set-ups of various CNC machines on state-of-the-art assets
• Prioritize daily work to ensure high machine uptime across the shop / area of your responsibility
• 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
• Deburr hardware in your work center to contribute to deliveries to our downstream customers
• Operate clean line equipment, laser part marking, and general part finishing 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
• Remain flexible in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and support team-mates however possible
• Complete work instructions and test plans to document needed data throughout each process

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with CNC machining

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience operating CNC machinery
• 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 1st shift (5:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs without accommodation
• Capable of standing and kneeling without accommodation

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
CNC Machinist/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour
CNC Machinist /Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
CNC Machinist /Level 3: $30.00 - $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.

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.

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.