SpaceX · 4 months ago
Automation & Controls Specialist
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$32/hr - $50/hr
3+ years expSpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration, aiming to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist to support the build and activation of custom machines for the Starlink Satellite Constellation and to troubleshoot existing systems for improved reliability.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
Responsibilities
Support the building and activation of new automation projects, including mechanical assembly, wiring, pneumatics routing, I/O checkouts, and production qualification
Update/modify electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics
Troubleshoot and remedy problems with mechanical/electrical/pneumatic systems, HMI’s, and PLC’s Layout, build, as well as troubleshoot new industrial electrical control panels
Troubleshoot PLC and HMI software applications
Improve on existing production and R&D robot application programming
Support production use of deployed assets, promptly resolving issues on the production floor
Maximize equipment uptime and reliability
Qualification
Required
High school degree or equivalency certificate
3+ years of experience supporting the design and manufacture of assembly machinery or high-volume products (consumer electronics, toys, medical devices, food & beverage, etc.)
Wiling to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times 1st shift: 5 AM - 3:30 PM; 2nd shift: 3:30 PM - 2 AM
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and able to maneuver in tight spaces
Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Preferred
Associate or bachelor's degree
Occupational trade school qualification in an electrical based field
Strong, working knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
PLC & HMI programming experience
Industrial machine networking experience
Electrical schematic drawing experience
Demonstrable hands-on skill in fault finding, problem resolution
Strong communication skills both written and oral
Ability to bring multiple departments with different priorities together and support them in achieving common goals
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
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