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Precision Inspector (Machining)

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted 14 days ago · $24.00 - $31.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
14 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
1459 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
2026-09-17

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 Precision Inspector in the Machining department at SpaceX, you will be responsible for inspecting machined aerospace parts to ensure they meet design specifications. Daily tasks include performing complex inspections, documenting non-conformances, and supporting quality management initiatives. You will also interact with production teams to improve product quality and may work with CMM programming.

Our read on this posting4.2out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
3/5
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
  • 2+ years of quality inspection experience

Nice to have

  • Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems
  • Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
  • Ability to review drawings and identify improper callouts/datum structures, according to ASME Y14.5
  • Thorough understanding of all layout inspection tools (surface plate, height gage, indicators, calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, thread gages, etc.)
  • DCC (direct computer controlled) CMM with PC-DMIS software experience

What you get

  • Pay range: Precision Inspector/Level 1: $24.00 - $31.00/hour, Precision Inspector/Level 2: $28.00 - $37.00/hour, Precision Inspector/Level 3: $33.00 - $43.00/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

  • Must be able to work one of the specified shifts and may need to work overtime or weekends
  • Physical requirements include lifting up to 25 lbs. unassisted and standing for extended periods
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or training programs

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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