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CMM Programmer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in rural or developing areas. SpaceX demands a new type of supply chain to support Starlink products. We require our suppliers to provide premium quality with rapidly evolving designs at increasingly ambitious volumes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality
  • Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy
  • Set up Romer ARM or CMM to achieve the desired inspection
  • Identify engineering and design GD&T issues and errors creating ambiguity in the manufacturing and inspection process
  • Work with team to apply process improvement
  • Work to identify improvement by building awareness to quality policies and procedures in support with goals
  • Understand GD&T requirements as applied to the engineering drawing and drawing notes
  • Spot interpretation issues as applied to dimensions written or evaluation to requirements
  • Help others around them to exceed the expectations of their job

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of CMM inspection experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • CMM experience, including programming on multi-sensing CMMs (vision, laser, touch probe, etc.)
  • Ability to assist with designing/developing quality gauging to improve efficiencies
  • Understands and adheres to ISO 9001
  • Able to read and understand all drawing criteria, GD&T, notes and tolerances.
  • Experience with set-up of CMM or Romer Arm
  • Knows when and what tool is required to complete the job at hand

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to work 3rd shift. Approximate hours: 10:30pm-7am (includes a 15% shift differential on top of hourly rate)
  • Able to lift 25lbs
  • Able to perform repetitive movement, lift, stand, climb, bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, stretch, crawl, maneuver in tight spaces, and carry are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • Able to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting
  • Willingness to work overtime hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

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. Section 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 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.

About SpaceX

SpaceX

SpaceX is one of the most influential aerospace companies in the world, transforming space launch, satellite communications, and deep-space transportation. Founded by Elon Musk, SpaceX designs and manufactures advanced rockets and spacecraft, including Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship, alongside the Dragon spacecraft and the Starlink satellite internet constellation. The company plays a major role in U.S. space access, national security launch capabilities, and commercial space infrastructure.

For job seekers, SpaceX offers opportunities across some of the most demanding engineering disciplines in the industry, including aerospace engineering, propulsion, software development, avionics, manufacturing, robotics, materials science, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, technicians, and builders who want to work in a high-intensity environment focused on rapid iteration, vertical integration, and hands-on hardware development at scale.

Unlike traditional aerospace contractors that rely heavily on long development cycles, SpaceX operates with a fast-paced, vertically integrated engineering culture where teams design, build, test, and fly systems in rapid succession. Employees often work directly on flight hardware and production systems, contributing to programs that routinely push the boundaries of reusability, launch frequency, and cost reduction in space access.

As global demand for satellite communications, space infrastructure, and national security launch services continues to grow, SpaceX remains one of the most important employers in aerospace and defense-adjacent technology. For professionals seeking a highly challenging, mission-driven career at the cutting edge of spaceflight and advanced engineering, SpaceX stands out as one of the most ambitious and impactful companies in the world.

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