CNC Machinist (Raptor)

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and produce flight hardware needed to achieve program level production rate goals
• Deburr hardware in the assigned work center to contribute to deliveries to downstream customers
• Chase machine cut threads to size
• Inspect surface finishes, threads, and broken edges
• Borescope parts to check for internal defects and debris
• Operate clean line equipment, laser part marking, and general part finishing according to requirements
• Perform CNC machine preventative maintenance on a weekly and monthly basis
• Maintain the shop in terms of chip bins, oils, greases, 5S and general upkeep activities
• Complete work instructions and test plans to document needed data throughout each process
• Perform precision set-ups of various CNC machines on state-of-the-art assets
• Prioritize daily work to ensure high machine uptime across the assigned shop / area
• Manage cutting tools in CNC machines to ensure that machines have the needed cutting tools loaded and measured before they are called in upcoming programs

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing
• Ability to read accurately and write clearly, perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately
• Experience in shop math, tooling technology, blueprint reading and measurement of parts
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, contributing to a team-oriented environment, balancing team and individual responsibilities
• Physical Requirements: 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

Additional Requirements

• Available for overtime and weekend hours
• Must be available for 1st shift (5:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs without accommodation
• Capable of standing and kneeling without accommodation

Pay range

• CNC Machinist/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
• CNC Machinist /Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
• CNC Machinist /Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

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, stock options, 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.

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.