SpaceX CNC Machinist (Raptor) Level 4/5 at SpaceX operates CNC machines to produce flight hardware and performs precision setups and maintenance. The role includes inspection, finishing, and managing cutting tools to meet production goals.
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
Operate and effectively use calibrated devices to ensure hardware exiting the machine shop is conforming and meets print 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
Qualification
8+ years of experience in manufacturingExperience in shop mathStrong mechanical aptitudeStrong interpersonal skills includingPhysical Requirements
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
8+ years of experience in manufacturing
Preferred
10+ years of experience in manufacturing
Motivation to learn technical aspects of CNC machining
Ability to read accurately and write clearly, perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately
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
