Workplace
On-site
Employment
Other
Published
Aug 22, 2026
Closes
No date supplied
The role
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 exper
Requirements
Department: Ground Reliability - Asset Maintenance