Diamond Turning Machinist (Starlink)
Core
Manufacturing and development of sub-micron level tolerance diamond turned parts at production volumes for Starlink.
Role type
Diamond turning machinist (production)
Builds
Precision machined parts for Starlink satellites
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Precision optics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC machine operation, metrology (CMM, optical microscopes, interferometers), tool changing, process control adherence, data entry
Preferred skills
Diamond turning lathe operation, sub-micron tolerance handling, CNC lathe setup, optics manufacturing knowledge, process improvement suggestions
Technologies
CNC lathes, CMMs, optical microscopes, Zygo interferometers
Responsibilities
Follow work instructions and process controls, maintain machine uptime by identifying and reporting off-nominal issues, use metrology equipment for inspection, change tools and tooling, enter data and track work
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC