CNC Machinist

Space Kinetic•El Segundo, CA

7d•$30 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.

Requirements

High school Diploma or equivalent
8–10+ years of CNC machining experience (setup and operation)
Experience setting up and running multi-axis mills and/or lathes
Strong blueprint reading and shop math skills
Experience with tight tolerance aerospace or precision parts

Nice To Haves

Experience with 5-axis machining and/or mill-turn equipment
Prototype or short-run machining experience
G-code editing and troubleshooting
Mastercam or CAM exposure a plus
Experience with a variety of materials (aluminum, stainless, titanium, etc.)
Strong understanding of tooling, feeds/speeds, and workholding
Ability to work independently in a fast-moving shop environment

Responsibilities

Setup and operate multi-axis CNC mills and lathes, including 3-, 4-, and 5-axis equipment
Perform complete setups including tooling, offsets, workholding, and prove-outs
Machine complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components from a variety of materials
Interpret blueprints, GD&T, models, and work instructions to complete machining operations
Support prototype and short-run production machining
Perform drilling, tapping, milling, turning, and finishing operations
Inspect parts during machining to maintain quality and tolerance requirements
Deburr and finish parts as needed
Maintain machines and work areas, including chip management and basic preventative care
Collaborate with programmers and engineers to improve processes and efficiency
Support continuous improvement and safe shop operations