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CNC Machinist (Falcon)

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA Posted Sep 29, 2026
Full-time

About this role

CNC MACHINIST (FALCON)

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Set up and operate multi-axis CNC Mills up to 5-axis
  • Inspect parts using hand tools to verify dimensions
  • Complete machining operations from blueprints, drawings and/or verbal instructions
  • Work with complex, tight tolerance parts and various materials
  • Meet expectations for productivity
  • Communicate with shop leadership when production is inhibited
  • Continuously provide feedback for process improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 3+ years of experience in set up, operation and/or programming of CNC mill

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Understand basic G-Code and comfortable making adjustment to feed/speed
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints, GD&T, notes and tolerances
  • Ability to use hand inspection tools to check machined features
  • Familiar with multiple machine control, OSP, Fanuc, and Siemens
  • Experience working with various material, such as Inconel, stainless steel, copper, titanium
  • Ability to read and work off of a blueprint

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
  • Monday to Friday, 5:00AM - 3:30PM
  • Monday to Friday, 3:30PM - 2:00AM
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours min
  • Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
  • 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:

  • CNC Machinist /Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour

  • CNC Machinist /Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour

  • CNC Machinist /Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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 [email protected].

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