SpaceX
Space Technology
CNCProgrammer(StarshipComponents)-Level4/5(2ndShift)
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“CNC Programmer (Starship Components) - Level 4/5 (2nd Shift) at SpaceX. Skills: CNC programming, Mill-turn lathe operation, Multi-axis machining. Program and generate G-Code. Optimize complex multi-axis programs”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting issues; Root-cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalency, 5+ years CNC machining experience, 2+ years CNC programming experience
Nice to Have
Understanding of advanced machining processes, Proficiency in Esprit CAM software, Experience in custom post-processing, Solid knowledge of geometry, algebra, and trigonometry, Experience reading blueprints, Interpreting all drawing criteria, notes, and GD
What You'll Do.
Program and generate G-Code
Optimize complex multi-axis programs
Create tooling setup sheets
Refine process setup sheets
Set-up programs on lathes
Prove out programs on mills
Operate programs on lathes
Operate programs on mills
Troubleshoot issues independently
Contribute to CAM database development
Improve programming repeatability
Review quality concerns
Lead root-cause analysis
Implement corrective actions
Analyze piece parts for DFM
Recommend drawing changes
Implement drawing changes
Integrate feedback from engineering
Integrate feedback from production
Iterate on part processes
Iterate on part designs
Mentor junior programmers
Share continuous education
Stay up to date on manufacturing technologies
Integrate new technologies into workflows
Identify production inhibitors
Propose solutions to management
Maintain electronic organization
Enforce shop standards
Develop broader team standards
Collaborate with other facilities
Optimize resource allocation
Resolve capacity challenges
Resolve scheduling challenges
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with engineering; Collaborate with production; Collaborate with other facilities
Full Job Description
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. CNC PROGRAMMER (STARSHIP COMPONENTS) – LEVEL 4/5 (2nd Shift) As a CNC Programmer at SpaceX, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work on hardware that will deliver satellites into Earth orbit, ferry humans to and from the International Space Station, and ultimately extend humanity’s reach beyond the Earth and Moon. You will provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in creating robust machining processes to create parts for our current and next generation vehicles. RESPONSIBILITIES: Use Esprit CAM to program and generate G-Code for Okuma mill-turn lathes and mills, with a focus on optimizing complex, multi-axis programs Create and refine tooling and process setup sheets for new part introductions, incorporating lessons learned from prior iterations Set-up, prove out, and operate programs on Okuma mill-turn lathes and mills, troubleshooting issues independently to minimize downtime Contribute to the development and utilization of a CAM database for efficient new part programming, including data analysis to improve repeatability Review quality concerns from piece part inspection, lead root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to processes Analyze piece parts for DFM to ensure optimization for manufacturing; collaborate closely with engineering to recommend and implement drawing changes Integrate feedback from engineering and production to rapidly iterate on part processes and designs, mentoring junior programmers on best practices Pursue and share continuous education opportunities; stay up to date on the l
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