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Machinist - Level 4

SpaceX· Texas - Fabrication
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McGregor, TX$0full-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Precision Machinist position focused on setting up and operating manual mills and lathes to produce precision parts for tooling assemblies and ground support equipment, with responsibilities spanning planning, fabrication, inspection, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Responsibilities

  • Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations, machine parts to specifications using lathes and milling machines
  • Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing
  • Machine precision fixtures, tools, and products from drawings, with limited supervision
  • Set up machines to precise tolerances and operate various types of machinery following established procedures
  • Measure and inspect parts to detect defects and ensure conformance using micrometers, surface plates, and other inspection equipment
  • Set up and operate metalworking and cutting equipment such as manual mills, lathes, saws, etc.
  • Clean and maintain machines, tools, and equipment
  • Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and cooperate with team
  • Perform other related duties to ensure an efficient work environment

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of experience setting up and operating manual mills and lathes

Skills

Required:Manual millingManual turningReading blueprints/d drawingsInspection tools
Last updated Sep 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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