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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Machine Maintenance Technician (CNC) - Level 4/5

Hawthorne, CAFull Timelevel 4Posted 2 months ago

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Required skills

CNC
Machine Maintenance
Siemens 840D
Okuma
Fanuc
Heidenheimer
Allen Bradley
hydraulic
pneumatic
mechanical

Nice to have

Associates degree
technical discipline
installing
aligning
commissioning
5 axis machines

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking a CNC Machine Maintenance Technician (Level 4/5) to provide mechanical, electrical, and controls support to their production, R&D machining, and fabrication teams. This role involves maintaining and repairing a variety of complex CNC equipment, including 5-axis gantries, mill-turn machines, and lathes. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing control, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. The position requires 7+ years of experience in repair and maintenance, with specific experience in CNC control systems like Siemens, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, or Allen Bradley. Preferred qualifications include an Associate's degree, experience with aerospace manufacturing, and proficiency with calibration systems.

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.

MACHINE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (CNC) - LEVEL 4/5

The CNC Machine Maintenance team provides mechanical, electrical, and controls support to SpaceX production, R&D machining and fabrication teams. We support a wide range of machine configurations and OEMs, including 5-axis gantries, multi-axis mill-turn machines, large vertical lathes, horizontal boring mills, spin-forming lathes, waterjets, and press brakes. CNC Machine Maintenance Technicians repair, maintain, and modify this equipment. The role requires collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique machine issues and resolve them quickly in a high-demand environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition

Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5-axis milling, mill turn applications, horizontal and vertical lathes

Troubleshoot and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors

Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters

Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems, including ball screws, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes

Drive forklifts and company vehicles

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

7+ years experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair or maintenance

Experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, and Allen Bradley

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree in a technical discipline

Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 5 axis machines in aerospace environment

Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including – straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control

Experience using Renishaw calibration systems including XL-80 Laser Interferometer and Ballbar

Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment

Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment

Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings

Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)

Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment

Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards

Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency

Analytical thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues

Self-motivated and able to work well with others

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work one of the following shifts:

1st shift: Monday to Friday: 5:30AM – 3:30PM

2nd shift: Monday to Friday: 1:30PM – 12:00AM

Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed

Willingness to obtain a forklift certification and operate them when needed

Physical effort with some handling of lightweight supplies or materials (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)

Standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position

Ability to work at heights and confined spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: Machine Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $45.00 - $53.00/hour Machine Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $51.00 - $61.00/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.

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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