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SpaceX · 3 days ago

Automation & Controls Specialist (Starlink Development)

Bastrop, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, including a low-latency broadband internet system called Starlink. The Automation & Controls Specialist is responsible for integrating, commissioning, and designing automation solutions to enhance production capabilities for the Starlink program.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Integrate and commission electromechanical production systems using a wide array of tools, machines, and equipment, and collaborate with engineering to deliver solutions

Develop, build, and execute new automation solutions for our production lines and work to improve existing automated assets to meet production requirements

Read, understand, utilize, and redline system-level schematics (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic)

Build industrial control panels to NFPA 79 & UL 508A standards

Design, implement, and commission PLC and HMI software applications

Spec and procure required components, sensors, and hardware needed for implementing control solutions

Maintain and support the operation of the automation lab by enforcing proper workflow, safety, tidiness, and inventory control of consumables and equipment

Perform and promote 5S principles of organizing and sustaining an efficient and presentable team work space

Work creatively and innovate to support team goals by always being prepared to challenge the status quo and develop unique solutions

Qualification

Automation experiencePLC & HMI programmingElectrical control panel designNFPA standards knowledgeMechanical system troubleshootingInformation analysisCommunication skillsDetail orientedOrganizational skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of automation experience in a manufacturing and production environment

2+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems

Must be able to acquire forklift certification

Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted

Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required to support critical milestones

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