CNC Maintenance Technician

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a CNC Maintenance Technician to support production, R&D machining and fabrication teams in Hawthorne, CA. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical and controls maintenance for a range of CNC machines including 5-axis gantries and large lathes.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance in a high-demand aerospace environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1+ years of maintenance experience, with knowledge of Siemens 840D, Okuma,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair or maintenance.
• Experience with CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, and Allen Bradley.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure proper operating condition.
• Provide preventative and correct maintenance on CNCs: 5-axis milling, mill-turn, and lathes.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, I/O, and field sensors.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters.
• Repair machine tool mechanical systems: ball screws, linear rails, guideways, gearboxes.
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles.
• Perform other related duties to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

CNC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Siemens 840D

Okuma

Fanuc

Heidenheimer

Allen Bradley

Renishaw XL-80

Ballbar

Job description

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

CNC MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

The CNC Machine Maintenance team provides mechanical, electrical, and controls support to SpaceX production, R&D machining and fabrication teams. We support a wide range of machine configurations and OEMs, including 5-axis gantries, multi-axis mill-turn machines, large vertical lathes, horizontal boring mills, spin-forming lathes, waterjets, and press brakes. CNC Machine Maintenance Technicians repair, maintain, and modify this equipment. The role requires collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique machine issues and resolve them quickly in a high-demand environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5-axis milling, mill turn applications, horizontal and vertical lathes
• Troubleshoot and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors
• Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters
• Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems, including ball screws, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair or maintenance
• Experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, and Allen Bradley

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree in a technical discipline
• Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 5 axis machines in aerospace environment
• Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including – straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control
• Experience using Renishaw calibration systems including XL-80 Laser Interferometer and Ballbar
• Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment
• Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
• Analytical thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues
• Self-motivated and able to work well with others

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work one of the following shifts:
• 1st shift: Monday to Friday: 5:30AM – 3:30PM
• 2nd shift: Monday to Friday: 1:30PM – 12:00AM
• Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed
• Willingness to obtain a forklift certification and operate them when needed

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