EDM Machinist for High-Scale Starlink Production

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking an EDM Machinist to support Starlink production. The role involves setting up and operating sinker EDM and applying graphite CNC machining to produce high-precision molds, die sets, and parts.

You will collaborate with design engineers to optimize electrode design, program EDM equipment, and maintain tight tolerances. The job requires strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and hands-on experience with GF+ wire and System 3R work holding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years sinker EDM programming experience.
• Familiar with electrode design and machining.
• Experience reading blueprints and GD&T.
• Strong EDM programming knowledge and work holding.

Responsibilities

• Create conversational programs, setup and/or operate sinker/wire EDM machines.
• Program/operate graphite CNC machining.
• Optimize electrode design with the design team.
• Machine electrodes to required tolerances while meeting completion dates.
• Develop, track, and optimize machining parameters for different materials.
• Develop and make any required fixturing to support the EDM area.
• Perform preventative maintenance of EDM machines as required.
• Perform other machining functions to support shop operations.
• Measure and inspect tight tolerance parts with gauges and micrometers.

Skills

EDM programming

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

CNC EDM

GF+ wire machines

System 3R work holding

Electrode tooling

Job description

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking an EDM Machinist to support Starlink production. The role involves setting up and operating sinker EDM and applying graphite CNC machining to produce high-precision molds, die sets, and parts.

You will collaborate with design engineers to optimize electrode design, program EDM equipment, and maintain tight tolerances. The job requires strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and hands-on experience with GF+ wire and System 3R work holding.