Cnc Machinist Iii / Senior - D Shift

Rocket Lab

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $35-$50 usd ph; bonus/equity: compyny equity...
On-site
5+ years cnc lathe and mill experience
Dual spindle live tooling operation
5th axis mill turning capability
This role involves maintaining, setting up, and operating CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware for Rocket Lab's space missions

Job Summary

  • This role involves maintaining, setting up, and operating CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware for Rocket Lab's space missions.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise with dual spindle lathes and 5-axis mills while interpreting complex engineering drawings.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical coverage, company equity, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

This role involves maintaining, setting up, and operating CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware for Rocket Lab's space missions.

Salary

Base: $35-$50 USD per hour; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401k match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years CNC lathe and mill experience
  • Dual Spindle Live Tooling operation
  • 5th Axis Mill Turning capability
  • GD&T drawing interpretation skills

Nice-to-have

  • NX Programming experience
  • DMG Mori machine familiarity
  • Siemens Fanuc Celos control systems
  • Bar feeder operation experience
  • Manual programming proficiency

Key Requirements

  • 5-8 years of CNC operation experience
  • US Citizenship or Green Card required (ITAR)
  • Ability to work D Shift schedule

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylum grantee

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