Diamond Turning Machinist (Starlink)

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.

DIAMOND TURNING MACHINIST (STARLINK)

As a diamond turning machinist, you will be responsible for the manufacturing and development of sub-micron level tolerance diamond turned parts at production volumes. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to use world-class equipment, learn/expand a diamond turning skillset, and work with some of the best and brightest in their fields. The scope of this team is to make the parts that other companies cannot, and to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible to machine.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for following defined work instructions, process controls, and maintaining a safe work environment

• Responsible for maintaining maximum machine/work center up time by identifying and reporting off nominal issues such as alarms, out of tolerance conditions, and actively maintaining best practices

• Responsible for using metrology including CMM’s, optical microscopes, and Zygo interferometers

• Responsible for changing tools and tooling following defined processes

• Responsible for data entry, work tracking, and effective communication

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 6+ months experience operating CNC machines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience running diamond turning lathes

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

• CNC Lathe setup experience

• Understanding of optics manufacturing and associated metrology

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Department: Starlink Satellite Machining