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Infographic showing various Okuma job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 9% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,874 per year, or $30.7 per hour.

CNC Programmer & Machinist (3- Axis & 5-Axis Okuma)

Space Kinetic

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$28.25 - $38.50/hr

Full-time, Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

Who We Are:

Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.

This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.

What You'll Do:
The CNC Machinist will manufacture and assemble parts critical for the rapid prototyping of Space Kinetic's core technology, intent is to be able to iterate quickly through different designs, and this role will directly support the engineering team as we head towards flight. This position is a contract position.

You will work quickly to assimilate into the Space Kinetic culture, understanding our prototyping needs, and start generating CAM packages for manufacturing. You'll begin by utilizing our current CNC Mills and lathes (3 brand new Okumas, and a mix of older machines (Haas, Okuma, Fadal) to produce essential components, aiming to contribute to the next prototype iteration. Ideal candidate will be able to program 3 or 5 or 7 axis in Mastercam and be experienced setting up and operating one or more of the following Okuma Multus B300 Millturn, Okuma Genos M560V-5AX, Okuma Genos M660 CNC machines.

Finally, you will play a pivotal role in building a prototype poised for flight testing, refining and iterating designs to perfection. Your expertise will directly impact the speed and quality of our prototyping efforts, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space today.

What It Takes:

  • Experience: Minimum 8 years as a Machinist, proficient in Mastercam (or similar CAM package).
  • CNC Expertise: Extensive experience with 3 axis CNC mills and lathes. 5-axis CNC mills and Mill-Turn lathes a (bonus).
  • Setup Proficiency: Skilled in creating setups for complex parts while maintaining tight tolerances.
  • Precision Milling: Aerospace tolerances.
  • Leadership: Experience training and mentoring machinists.
  • Project Delivery: Consistent record of meeting project milestones and driving team success.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative team-oriented approach.
  • Core Values: Commitment to integrity, honesty, and high standards for quality and precision.
  • Adaptability: Flexible, open to feedback, and receptive to innovative ideas.
  • Compliance: Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident to meet U.S. Government export regulations.
  • Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Where You'll Be:

  • The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation
  • Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure
  • Health and Wellness Stipend
  • Commuter Benefits

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 ITAR here

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.  Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. 

Pay Range
$100,000—$160,000 USD