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CNC Lathe 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
78 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 Lathe Machinist at SpaceX, you will be responsible for the setup, operation, and program editing of CNC machines, specifically the Okuma MULTUS, to produce both non-flight and flight-critical hardware. Your role will involve prioritizing production tasks, managing cutting tools, performing preventative maintenance, and maintaining shop organization. You will also be expected to document processes accurately and propose improvements for 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 advancement opportunities
  • Overtime and weekend work required
  • Physical demands include lifting 35 lbs unassisted and standing for long periods
  • Work environment may be noisy and distracting

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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