Ensure all processes have accessible and correct documentation
Set priorities for the team based on strengths and maximizing output; delegate and manage team bandwidth to achieve successful tasks and projects
Coordinate with leadership to ensure the machine shop’s focus correctly prioritizes projects that are the most impactful to Starlink success
Think creatively, question the status quo while following documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of CNC machining experience
1+ year of leadership experience in a machine shop setting
Experience troubleshooting machined components
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
5+ years of leadership experience in a machine shop setting
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting single-digit micron parts
Advanced macro programming experience
Experience with Heidenhain controls
Ability to travel to vendors and assist with solving high-level machining problems
Programming experience with NX or other similar CAM software
Precision inspection experience including CMM using PC-DMIS software and hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and interferometers
Experience with interdisciplinary project management
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Estimated 2nd shift time: 4:00PM to 2:30AM
Travel to vendor sites may be required
Travel to launch and test sites may be required
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range
$115,000.00 - $160,000.00
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.
