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Production Machinist (Starlink) - 1st Shift - Level 4/5

Join SpaceX as a CNC Production Machinist to manufacture precision parts for the Starlink project.

Location
Woodinville, WA
Compensation
$38–$52/hr
Level
mid
Type
full time

Posted by employer 1 week ago

First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago

Last verified on the company career page 21 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Set up and operate multi-axis CNC machines
  • Troubleshoot off-nominal issues
  • Complete machining operations from blueprints
  • Work with complex, tight tolerance parts
  • Maintain maximum machine uptime

Must have

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of experience with g-code
  • Experience working in production machining cells
  • Experience machining parts

Nice to have

  • 5+ years of horizontal mill setup experience
  • 5+ years of vertical mill setup experience
  • 1+ years of CNC programming experience using NX
  • Diamond turning experience
  • Experience with aluminum and copper

Practical constraints

  • Must be available to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
  • Estimated shift time; 1st shift (6:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
  • Must be available for 10 hour shifts
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours min

Requirements

Experience
5 years
Education
High school
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in posting)

Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In this role, the Production Machinist will focus on setting up and operating multi-axis CNC machines to produce precision parts with micron-level tolerances. Key skills include extensive experience with g-code, CNC programming, and familiarity with various materials, particularly aluminum and copper. This position is best suited for seasoned machinists with a strong background in production environments and complex machining tasks. The team is dedicated to pushing the limits of manufacturing technology, contributing to SpaceX's ambitious goals.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 8 days ago — first seen on Joblaze November 6, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 14, 2026.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $38–$52 for this role.
How much experience is required?
5–5 years of relevant experience for this Production Machinist (Starlink) - 1st Shift - Level 4/5 role.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Production Machinist (Starlink) - 1st Shift - Level 4/5 role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

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.

PRODUCTION MACHINIST (STARLINK) - 1ST SHIFT - LEVEL 4/5

As a CNC Production Machinist on the Ultra Precision Machining team, you will be responsible for manufacturing, developing, and continuously improving key technologies consisting of micron-level tolerance machined parts at production volumes. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to use world-class equipment, learn diamond turning, 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 setting up and operating multi-axis CNC machines, machining micron-level tolerance parts at production volumes
  • Responsible for maintaining maximum machine uptime by troubleshooting off-nominal issues such as resolving alarms, repairing tooling, and actively maintaining best practices
  • Responsible for troubleshooting
  • Responsible for completing machining operations from blueprints, drawings and/or verbal instructions
  • Responsible for working with complex, tight tolerance parts and various materials

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of experience with g-code, set up, operation and/or programming of CNC mills/lathes
  • Experience working in production machining cells
  • Experience machining parts

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 5+ years of horizontal mill setup experience
  • 5+ years of vertical mill setup experience
  • Experience using pallet systems and cells
  • 1+ years of CNC programming experience using NX
  • Diamond turning experience
  • Experience with micron level tolerance parts and how to handle/inspect them
  • Experience working with aluminum and copper

​ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be available to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time; 1st shift (6:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
  • Must be available for 10 hour shifts
  • 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
  • Ability to work in an environment with 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:
Level 4: $38.00 - $45.00
Level 5: $43.00 - $52.00

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.

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