EDM Programmer (Starlink)
SpaceX, Bastrop, TX
The role
The EDM programmer supports the production of Starlink products, which is our solution to providing reliable internet for the entire world. We are looking for talented EDM programmers to help us enable high-scale production. The ideal candidate will have experience working with sinker EDM machines, which will create complex molds, die sets, and other parts.
What you will do
- Create conversational programs, setup and/or operate sinker/wire EDM machines
- Program/operate graphite CNC machining
- Pull/Design electrodes
- Optimize electrode design with the engineering team
- Machine electrodes to required tolerances while meeting expected completion dates
- Develop, track, and optimize machining, sinker and wire parameters for different materials and surface finishes
- Develop and make any required fixtures to support the EDM area