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Deburr Technician, Machining (Starship)

SpaceX logoSpaceX$22.00–$24.00/hrHawthorne, CAPosted 2mo ago

This role falls under U.S. export rules, so the posting asks for U.S. person status. That means a U.S. citizen, a green card holder, a refugee or an asylee.

About the role

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Deburr and process machined valve components in post-machining
  • Interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 standard to maintain part specifications
  • Chase machine cut threads to size if necessary
  • Polish tight tolerance surface finishes and inspect with profilometer
  • Wash parts that have gone through the deburr process and passivate using citric passivation
  • Assist with material inventory and prepare hardware for machining processes
  • Operate a mass finishing barrel tumbler using given recipes for specific parts and materials
  • Meet expectations for productivity and production goals
  • Maintain a clean and efficient work environment
  • Keep products consistently moving and alert management when production is inhibited
  • Provide ideas for continuous process improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of professional work experience in a factory/production environment; or the completion of a machining certification

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • 2+ years of deburr experience using various deburr techniques using manual and automated equipment
  • Experience working in a machine shop
  • Experience with basic blueprint reading
  • Knowledge of CNC machining
  • Experience using various measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and borescopes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Estimated start times: 1st shift (5:00 AM) & 2nd shift (2:30 PM)
  • Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Ability to use physical and repetitive movement, bending or twisting, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
  • Ability to be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: Level 1: $22.00 - $24.00/hour Level 2: $24.00 - $27.00/hour Level 3: $26.50 - $30.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

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, 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.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Copied from the listing SpaceX published, verified 30 Oct 2026.

The application

Your details and CV, then 8 questions.

Have readyCVLinkedIn (optional)Cover letter (optional)
  1. 1.
    What shift(s) are you willing to work?Pick any: 1st Shift · 2nd Shift · 3rd Shift · Weekend Day · Weekend Night · All Shifts
  2. 2.
    Please specifyShort answer · optional
  3. 3.
    Active Security Clearance(s)Pick any (8 options)
  4. 4.
    SpaceX & SpaceXAI Employment HistoryPick one
  5. 5.
    Can you perform all of the essential functions of this role with or without reasonable accommodations?Yes or no
  6. 6.
    Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?Pick one
  7. 7.
    Citizenship StatusPick one
  8. 8.
    If (f) Other, please explain:Short answer · optional

Taken from the application form SpaceX runs, verified 29 Oct 2026.

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