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SpaceX · 1 day ago

Launch Engineer, Electrical Systems

Vandenberg Village, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$110K/yr - $130K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Launch Engineer for Electrical Systems who will be responsible for designing and maintaining control voltage level electrical systems and developing data acquisition and control systems.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and maintain the operational capability of all control voltage level (<60V) electrical systems

Develop and upgrade data acquisition and control systems

Proficiency in understanding and creating electrical schematics and single line diagrams

Provide technical support and guidance for controls technicians and other non-controls engineering groups

Develop new hardware and processes to improve capabilities, reduce cost, and setup time of electrical systems

Analyze data to assess the function and health of electrical systems

Stay organized by creating build schedules and budgets, and then motivate the team to achieve them

Qualification

Electrical engineeringData acquisition systemsAnalog & digital systemsElectrical power distributionProgrammingThrive in ambiguityHigh-reliability processesIndustrial bus protocolsCommunication skillsWork ethic

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

1+ years of experience working with data acquisition systems

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base

Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings

Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)

Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders regularly throughout the day

Ability to lift light weight supplies or materials (up to 25lbs unassisted)

Available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required

Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, flashing lights, heat, cold, rain, and noise

Ability to travel to other SpaceX or 3rd party facilities (up to 25%)

Preferred

Hands-on experience activating, building, and troubleshooting analog & digital electronic systems, including avionics

Experience with electrical power distribution, working knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight

Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and drive to succeed as part of a high functioning team

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Ability to thrive in ambiguity, independently drive project progress, and manage multiple priorities

Knowledge of high-reliability processes and related documentation practices

Demonstrated ability to design, implement and troubleshoot data acquisition and control hardware

Fundamental understanding of engineering principles behind electronic equipment, instrumentation, and commonly used industrial equipment

Familiarity with mixed signal electronics, power supply design, analog filtering; testing and troubleshooting techniques, signal integrity, layout and grounding principles

First-hand experience with programming and software development

Experience with industrial bus protocols such as Modbus, Profinet and Ethernet/IP