Senior CNC Machinist, Second Shift
Relativity Space · Long Beach, California, United States
Posted about 2 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 66 days Relativity Space's roles stay open a median of 66 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 1% of Relativity Space's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Relativity Space
- high 286 stale, 2 reposted of 350 open
- Hiring momentum
- 498 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-08
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Relativity Space's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Relativity Space.
About this role
As a Senior CNC Machinist on the second shift at Relativity Space, you will set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision aerospace components. Your role includes programming and editing G-code, performing first article inspections, and designing custom fixturing. You'll also maintain and troubleshoot machining equipment while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Relativity Space as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes
- Proven ability to perform first article inspections, including programming, setups, dry runs, and editing programs for accuracy
- Ability to design and build custom fixturing and follow setup sheets for fixtures, tooling, and inserts
- Working knowledge of G-code programming, with the ability to read, understand, and edit existing programs
- Proficiency with common inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.)
- Ability to adapt in fast paced environments and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Nice to have
- Experience in machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration to ensure optimal performance
- Solid understanding of machining best practices for aerospace materials
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong understanding of tolerancing and measurement techniques in accordance with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) standards
What you get
- Competitive salary and equity
- Generous PTO and sick leave policy
- Parental leave
- Annual learning and development stipend
Worth weighing
- Second shift hours may not suit everyone
- No specific mention of remote work or flexible hours
- Salary range provided, but actual compensation depends on experience and qualifications
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Listed by Relativity Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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