Diamond Turning Technician (Starlink) - 2nd Shift

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Company stock options

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) in Redmond, WA seeks a Diamond Turning Technician for the 2nd shift. In this role, you will produce precision diamond turned parts, operate specialized machinery, and ensure production quality.

The ideal candidate has experience in handling sub-micron tolerance parts, a high school diploma, and the ability to work flexible shifts. Comprehensive benefits include medical coverage, paid vacation, and the opportunity for stock ownership.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional work experience using precision hand tools or equipment.
• Experience working with sub-micron tolerance parts and CNC lathes.
• Understanding optics manufacturing and associated metrology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain machine/work center up time and identify issues.
• Operate metrology and lapping equipment.

Skills

Precision hand tool usage

Metrology experience

Problem identification

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

CMMs

Optical microscopes

Zygo interferometers

Job description

Diamond Turning Technician (Starlink) - 2nd Shift

Redmond, WA

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.

As a Diamond Turning Technician on the Diamond Turning team, you will be responsible for producing sub-micron level tolerance diamond turned parts and assemblies at production volumes. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to use world‑class equipment, learn/expand a diamond turning skillset, and work with some of the best and brightest in their fields. The scope of this team is to make the parts that other companies cannot, and to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible to manufacture.

Responsibilities

• Follow defined work instructions, process controls and maintain a safe work environment
• Maintain maximum machine/work center up time by identifying and reporting off nominal issues such as alarms, out-of-tolerance conditions, and actively maintaining best practices
• Use metrology equipment, including CMM’s, optical microscopes, and Zygo interferometers
• Operate the Lap Master machine to perform lapping operations, ensuring the required flatness is achieved prior to diamond turning
• Utilize the LuphoScan 3D optical profilometer to perform non-contact measurements on diamond turned parts
• Data entry, work tracking and effective communication

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of professional work experience using precision hand tools or equipment (torque tools, precision metrology instruments, precision testing equipment)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with sub‑micron tolerance parts and how to handle/inspect them
• CNC lathe experience
• Understanding of optics manufacturing and associated metrology
• 2+ years of experience in an electro‑mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high‑volume manufacturing company

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for 10 hour shifts. Estimated shift times: 2nd shift (4:00PM to 2:30AM)
• Ability to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum
• Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
• Ability to work in an environment with 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

Eligibility and Regulations

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range:

• Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50
• Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00
• Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00

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 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. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round‑trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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.