CNC Maintenance Mechanic
About The Position
The CNC Machine Maintenance team provides mechanical, electrical, and control support to production and development machining and fabrication teams at SpaceX. A wide variety of machine configurations and OEMs are supported, including 5-axis gantries, 5+ axis mill-turn applications, large vertical lathes, horizontal boring machines, spin-forming lathes, water jets, and press brakes. The CNC Machine Maintenance Technicians are responsible for repairs, preventive maintenance, and modifications to the machinery. The position will require collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique equipment issues and develop quick resolutions in a demanding environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair or maintenance
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree in a technical discipline
- Experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, Allen Bradley
- Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 5 axis machines in aerospace environment
- Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including – straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control
- Experience using Renishaw calibration systems including XL-80 Laser Interferometer and Ballbar
- Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment
- Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
- Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
- Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)
- Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
- Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
- Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
- Analytical thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues
- Self-motivated and able to work well with others
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
- Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5-axis milling, mill turn applications, horizontal and vertical lathes
- Troubleshoot and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors
- Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters
- Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems, including ball screws, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes
- Drive forklifts and company vehicles
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
Benefits
- Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
