CNC Machinist / Senior CNC Machinist - C Shift

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in space systems is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist/Senior CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you will operate CNC lathe and mill machines to produce flight-ready hardware, ensuring precision and quality. The position offers the chance to contribute to groundbreaking space missions while working in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for technology and a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity could be your next big step in your career. Join a forward-thinking company and help shape the future of space exploration!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of CNC operation experience on lathe and mills.
• Ability to interpret drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware.
• Provide feedback to improve work instructions and reduce non-conformances.

Skills

CNC Operation

Interpreting Drawings

Quality Control

Tool Selection

Tools

CNC Lathe

CNC Mill

Job description

CNC Machinist / Senior CNC Machinist - C Shift

Long Beach, California, United States

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

CNC MACHINIST / SENIOR CNC MACHINIST – C SHIFT

Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California the CNC Machinist/Senior CNC Machinist will maintain, set up and operate the CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware that meet Rocket Lab specification at the needed rate.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Work with CNC lathe and mill machines
• Read and translate drawings/CAD models
• Provide feedback to improve work instructions
• Work with CNC programmer to maintain tolerances
• Work to reduce any non-conformances found by quality or engineering
• Provide improvement ideas on batch sizes, setups, tool selection etc.
• Track calibration and maintenance of all equipment and tooling in the area

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A CNC MACHINIST:

• 2+ years of experience with CNC operation on lathe and mills
• Demonstrated ability using Lathes: Dual Spindle (Live Tooling)
• Demonstrated ability using Mills: Turning 5th Axis
• Demonstrated ability to interpret drawings, GD&T

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR CNC MACHINIST:

• 5+ years of experience with CNC operation on lathe and mills
• Demonstrated ability using Lathes: Dual Spindle (Live Tooling)
• Demonstrated ability using Mills: Turning 5th axis
• Demonstrated ability to interpret drawings, GD&T

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work C Shift (Friday – Sunday 5:30am - 3:30pm or 2:30pm - 1:00am)
• Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

BASE PAY RANGE (CA Only):

$20 - $45 USD

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.