Diamond Turning Machinist, Level 4/5 — Submicron Optics

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

3 weeks paid vacation

10 or more paid holidays

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) seeks a Diamond Turning Machinist - Level 4/5 in Hawthorne, CA. This role is responsible for manufacturing diamond-turned parts at sub-micron tolerances using advanced equipment. Candidates must have 3+ years experience operating lathes and a high school diploma. Preferred qualifications include CNC operation and software experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, and stock options, alongside substantial vacation time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating diamond turning lathes.
• Experience developing and producing new diamond-turned products.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot off-nominal issues.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering to develop new diamond-turned products.
• Improve production processes to maximize throughput and yield.
• Use metrology equipment including CMM’s and optical microscopes.

Skills

Operating diamond turning lathes

Using GD&T

Precision optics production

CNC machines operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Nanocamor software

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) seeks a Diamond Turning Machinist - Level 4/5 in Hawthorne, CA. This role is responsible for manufacturing diamond-turned parts at sub-micron tolerances using advanced equipment. Candidates must have 3+ years experience operating lathes and a high school diploma. Preferred qualifications include CNC operation and software experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, and stock options, alongside substantial vacation time.