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CNC Machinist (Starship)

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $23.00 - $27.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
2345 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
Hiring momentum
3062 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.

About this role

As a CNC Machinist at SpaceX, you will be responsible for the setup, operation, and programming of CNC machines to produce both non-flight and flight-critical hardware. Your daily tasks will include managing CNC cutting tools, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring shop organization while adapting to a fast-paced environment. You will also document processes and propose improvements in machining techniques to enhance operational efficiency.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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 SpaceX as an employer.

What you need

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of experience in CNC machining

Nice to have

  • 5+ years of experience operating CNC machinery
  • Ability to program using Esprit CAD/CAM software
  • Proficient knowledge in high efficiency milling and turning
  • Ability to read technical data, write clearly, and perform basic arithmetic calculations
  • Experience in shop math, tooling technology, blueprint reading, and measurement of parts

What you get

  • Pay range: Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour, Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour, Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour
  • Long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of advanced CNC technologies or modern software beyond Esprit CAD/CAM
  • Physical demands include lifting 35 lbs and standing for 8 hours, which may be challenging for some candidates
  • Fast-paced and dynamic environment may require adaptability and flexibility

Summarised from SpaceX's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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