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Machining Technician (Starlink) - Entry Level

Woodinville, WAFull TimeJunior / Entry-levelPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

micron
sub-micron
precision tools
torque tools
precision metrology instruments
precision testing equipment
CMM
optical microscopes
data entry

Nice to have

quality system
electro-mechanical manufacturing
precision manufacturing
high-volume manufacturing
diamond turning

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking an entry-level Machining Technician for its Starlink Ultra Precision Machining team. This role focuses on non-machine operating tasks such as cleaning, testing, assembly, metrology, and inspection of micron and sub-micron tolerance parts. The technician will follow work instructions, maintain equipment uptime, use precision instruments like CMMs and optical microscopes, and contribute to process improvements. Requires a high school diploma and 1+ years of experience with precision tools. Preferred experience includes quality systems, handling tight tolerance parts, and working in manufacturing environments.

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

MACHINING TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

As a Machining Technician on the Ultra Precision Machining team, you will support the manufacturing, development, and continuous improvement of key technologies consisting of micron and sub-micron-level tolerance parts and assemblies at production volumes. This role focuses on non-machine-operating activities such as cleaning, testing, assembly, metrology, inspection, and related support tasks. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to use world-class equipment, learn precision manufacturing techniques, and work with some of the best and brightest in their fields. The scope of this team is to produce parts that other companies cannot and to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible to manufacture. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follow defined work instructions, process controls, and maintain a safe work environment

Maintain maximum work center uptime by identifying and reporting off-nominal issues (e.g., alarms, out-of-tolerance conditions) and actively maintaining best practices

Perform cleaning, testing, assembly, inspection, and related support tasks on precision parts and assemblies

Use metrology equipment including CMMs, optical microscopes, and other precision instruments

Perform data entry, work tracking, and effective communication with team members and leadership

Actively seek out and provide feedback on process improvements and efficiency opportunities to engineering/leadership

Keep a clean and safe work environment following company guidelines

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of professional work experience using precision tools (torque tools, precision metrology instruments, precision testing equipment)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience working under a quality system with defined requirements

Experience with micron or sub-micron tolerance parts and how to handle/inspect them

Experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company

Experience operating CMM or other metrology equipment

Experience with data entry and work tracking systems

Exposure to precision machining or diamond turning environments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work 1st or 2nd shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times: 1st shift (6:00AM – 4:30PM), 2nd shift (4:00PM to 2:30AM )

Must be available to work 10-hour shifts

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Ability to stand for extended periods — 8 hours min

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay Range:Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00

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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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