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Supervisor, Machining (Starship Components) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $110,000.00 - $140,000.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
2336 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
2026-10-22

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

The Supervisor of Machining for Starship Components at SpaceX will lead a team of machinists and deburr technicians in a new machine shop focused on producing high-precision valve parts for the Starship program. Daily responsibilities include supervising work assignments, ensuring safety standards, tracking production metrics, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The role also involves recruiting and mentoring staff, managing production schedules, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize manufacturing processes.

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
  • 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing role

Nice to have

  • 5+ years of experience in the role of a CNC machinist
  • 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams at all levels of the business
  • Experience troubleshooting manufacturing operations, especially machining processes

What you get

  • Pay range: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
  • Eligibility for 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
  • Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of the technologies or tools used in the machining process
  • Shifts include early morning and afternoon options, with potential for overtime and weekend work
  • The role may involve transitioning from low-volume to high-volume production, which can be challenging

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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