Engineer The Future
SpaceX is a U.S.-based advanced technology company founded by residing CEO and CTO, Elon Musk. Founded in 2002, SpaceX builds rockets and spacecraft from the ground up, including cutting edge electronics, software, vehicle structures, and engine systems. The Falcon Launch Vehicle and Dragon Spacecraft programs are some of the most ambitious engineering systems in the world, designed to support our ultimate goals of aviation-like spaceflight capability and making humanity a multi-planet species. Our team is made up of more than 3,000 SpaceXers located across our Hawthorne, California headquarters; and other facilities in Florida, Texas, and Washington, DC.
Advance the course of human history and pave the ways to Mars
This is SpaceX. We are not like most companies. Our goal is to do what has never before been done--enabling mankind to live on other planets. We push the boundaries of what is currently possible, and understand it takes rare individuals to help us make this happen. We celebrate our successes, and each other. We seek future colleagues with a rare mix of drive, passion, scrappiness, intelligence, and curiosity to seek what’s beyond the stars.
Playing a direct role in advancing the course of human history is no small endeavor. Join us, and find your place in the SpaceX legacy.
Machinist
Overview:
- We are seeking individuals thrilled to produce parts, and components of tooling assemblies and ground support equipment which conform to design configuration and specifications by programming, setting up, and operating different machines. This position will also be maintaining equipment and supplies that support all phases of launching the most advanced rockets in the world! If you enjoy hands-on development work and thrive in a fast paced environment, this position is for you!
Responsibilities:
- Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances
- Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders
- Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics
- Machine precision fixtures, tools and products from drawings, in accordance with established procedures, with limited supervision
- Set up machines to precise tolerances and operate various types of machinery following established procedures
- Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling test site structural forms
- Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers
- Set up and operate metalworking and cutting equipment; monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
- Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures
- Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter
- Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers
- Maintain inventory of common stock materials
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
- Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 5 years of experience in manual machining required, 10 or more years machining experience preferred
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Ability to read, interpret, and create blueprints and drawings
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Aptitude in spatial reasoning, attention to detail, and skilled craftsmanship
- Knowledge of the operation of lathes, shapers, milling machines, drill presses, and other related equipment
- Operation of Water Jet and Plasma table
- Preference will be given to qualified local candidates
Additional Requirements:
- General physical fitness is required for some work areas, flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required, also the ability to lift heavy objects is required in this position >50lbs.
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Typically 50 hour work weeks, schedule varies depending on site operational needs, flexibility required
- Overtime is frequently required for particular tasks or test series
- Valid Driver’s License
ITAR Requirements:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about 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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
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