Production Machinist; Starlink - 2nd Shift - Level 4

Production Machinist (Starlink) - 2nd Shift - Level 4/5

Space

X 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 Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

As a CNC Production Machinist on the Ultra Precision Machining team, you will be responsible for manufacturing, developing, and continuously improving key technologies consisting of micron‑level tolerance machined parts at production volumes. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to use world‑class equipment, learn diamond turning, 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 machine.

• Set up and operate multi‑axis CNC machines, machining micron‑level tolerance parts at production volumes.
• Maintain maximum machine uptime by troubleshooting alarms, repairing tooling, and actively maintaining best practices.
• Troubleshoot machinery and equipment to resolve off‑nominal issues.
• Complete machining operations from blueprints, drawings and/or verbal instructions.
• Work with complex, tight‑tolerance parts and various materials.

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of experience with g‑code, set up, operation and/or programming of CNC mills/lathes.
• Experience working in production machining cells.
• Experience machining parts.

• 5+ years of horizontal mill setup experience.
• 5+ years of vertical mill setup experience.
• Experience using pallet systems and cells.
• 1+ years of CNC programming experience using NX.
• Diamond turning experience.
• Experience with micron‑level tolerance parts and how to handle/inspect them.
• Experience working with aluminum and copper.

• Must be available to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed (2nd shift, 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM).
• Must be available for 10‑hour shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Ability to stand for extended periods – at least 8 hours.
• 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.

Pay range:

Production Machinist/Level 4: $38.00 – $45.00/hour

Production Machinist/Level 5: $43.00 – $52.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  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, 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. Non‑exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.

• 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.

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