Production Machinist (Starlink) - 2nd Shift

PRODUCTION MACHINIST (STARLINK) – 2nd SHIFT

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating multi-axis CNC machines, CMM’s, and test equipment to help facilitate the manufacturing of micron level tolerance parts at production volumes
• Maintain maximum machine up time by following defined work instructions and actively maintaining best practices
• Identifying and reporting off nominal issues
• Keep a clean and safe work environment following company guidelines
• Actively seek out and feedback process improvements and efficiency opportunities to engineering/leadership

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience with g-code, set up, operation and/or programming of CNC mills/lathes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of horizontal mill setup experience
• 3+ years of vertical mill setup experience
• 1+ year of 5 axis mill setup experience
• Experience using pallet systems and cells
• CNC programming experience using NX
• Diamond turning experience
• Experience operating a CMM
• Experience with micron level tolerance parts and how to handle/inspect them
• Experience working with aluminum and copper
• Experience working in production machining cells

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time; 2nd shift (4:00 PM to 2:30 AM)
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours min
• Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to 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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:    
Production Machinist (Starlink)/Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50/hour    
Production Machinist (Starlink)/Level 2: $25.00 - $31.00/hour    
Production Machinist (Starlink)/Level 3: $27.00 - $34.50/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.