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Supervisor, Precision Machining - 2nd Shift

Lead the 2nd shift Precision Machining team at SpaceX, driving quality and developing exceptional machinists and technicians.

Location
Woodinville, WA
Compensation
$115k–$160k/yr
Level
lead
Type
full time

Posted by employer 1 month ago

First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

What you'll build

  • Lead and manage a team of Technicians, Quality Specialists, and Machinists
  • Provide technical guidance and unblock challenging machining issues
  • Manage and optimize machine/labor configuration to meet customer demand
  • Ensure all processes have accessible and correct documentation
  • Coordinate with leadership to prioritize impactful projects

Must have

  • 5+ years of CNC machining experience
  • 1+ year of leadership experience in a machine shop setting

Nice to have

  • 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
  • Programming experience with NX or other similar CAM software

Practical constraints

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Estimated 2nd shift time: 4:00PM to 2:30AM

Requirements

Experience
5+ years

Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

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

Joblaze summary

The 2nd Shift Precision Machining Supervisor at SpaceX oversees a team of machinists and quality specialists, focusing on maintaining high standards of production and quality in machining parts with tight tolerances. This role requires extensive experience in CNC machining and leadership, along with skills in troubleshooting and process improvement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in machine shop operations and a proven ability to manage complex production schedules. The position is critical to meeting the demands of the Starlink project, emphasizing a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 22, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 14, 2026.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$130,000).
  • Starts above 16% of 209 comparable lead other roles in United States we track (median $150,000 across 73 companies).
  • CNC appears in 0.5% of 636 comparable lead other roles in United States; NX appears in 0.3% of 636 comparable lead other roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $115,000–$160,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Supervisor, Precision Machining - 2nd Shift role.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: CNC, Heidenhain, NX, PC-DMIS.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets lead candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Supervisor, Precision Machining - 2nd Shift 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.

SUPERVISOR, PRECISION MACHINING - 2ND SHIFT

The Starlink Precision Machining team machines and delivers single digit micron tolerance and difficult-to-source parts at production volumes. The 2nd shift Precision Machining Supervisor will drive a culture of quality while developing exceptional Machinists, Quality Specialists, and Technicians. As a technical leader, the Precision Machining Supervisor will meet customer rate demands, proactively identify and resolve production schedule issues, continuously develop and improve production processes, and inspire the team to achieve consistent machining excellence

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead and manage a team of Technicians, Quality Specialists, and Machinists
  • Provide technical guidance and unblock challenging machining issues
  • Meet demand requirements to our customers, forecast potential capacity deficiencies, and remove quality/production blockers as they appear
  • Manage and optimize machine/labor configuration to meet customer demand
  • Regularly drive improvements with operations to improve manufacturability, cycle times, cost, and quality
  • Manage schedules, timecards, and direct report performance
  • 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.

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