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CMM Inspector (Starship)

SpaceX · On-site

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Last seen by MeritLog September 10, 2026Source: GreenhouseSource version: greenhouse-job-board-v1

MeritLog read this listing from SpaceX's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 10, 2026.

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Job details

Work model
On-site
Salary
Not listed by source
Location
Starbase, TX

Hiring context

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

  • Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality. Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy
  • Perform complex inspections on mechanical parts, components, assemblies and materials
  • May include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
  • Program and setup Articulating Arm (ex. Romer), CMMs to achieve the desired inspections
  • Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements
  • Inspect flight hardware at the supplier according to engineering drawings, purchase order(s), industry standards, and SpaceX specifications
  • Ensure that all parts meet SpaceX specifications and standards or that any non-conformance is documented at the supplier
  • Support the development of inspection plans at suppliers
  • Support supplier corrective action process, including verifying corrective action implementation

What they're asking for

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificateEducation
  • 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experienceExperience
  • 3+ years of programming and running CMM or Faro Arm experienceExperience
  • Aerospace precision inspection experienceSkillPreferred
  • Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)SkillPreferred
  • CMM Programming with PC-DMIS softwareSkillPreferred
  • Romer Arm experience with Verisurf softwareSkillPreferred
  • Basic understanding of electronics inspection and propulsion valve operationSkillPreferred
  • Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and ExcelSkillPreferred
  • Statistical process control experienceSkillPreferred
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegatedSkillPreferred
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gaugeSkillPreferred
  • Must be able to work Mon-Fri 10:00am – 10:00pm including overtime and weekends as neededSkillPreferred
  • 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. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.SkillPreferred

Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. CMM INSPECTOR (STARSHIP) RESPONSIBILITIES: • Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality. Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy • Perform complex inspections on mechanical parts, components, assemblies and materials • May include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings • Program and setup Articulating Arm (ex. Romer), CMMs to achieve the desired inspections • Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements • Inspect flight hardware at the supplier according to engineering drawings, purchase order(s), industry standards, and SpaceX specifications • Ensure that all parts meet SpaceX specifications and standards or that any non-conformance is documented at the supplier • Support the development of inspection plans at suppliers • Support supplier corrective action process, including verifying corrective action implementation BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalency certificate • 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience • 3+ years of programming and running CMM or Faro Arm experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Aerospace precision inspection experience • Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001) • CMM Programming with PC-DMIS software • Romer Arm experience with Verisurf software • Basic understanding of electronics inspection and propulsion valve operation • Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel • Statistical process control experience • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauge ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to work Mon-Fri 10:00am – 10:00pm including overtime and weekends as needed 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. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 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.

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