Impulse Space · 19 hours ago
Automation & Controls Specialist
Redondo Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expImpulse Space is a company focused on spacecraft manufacturing, and they are seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist to execute and integrate industrial automation and controls systems. This role involves hands-on technical work, including electrical installation, controls programming, and collaboration with engineering on machine and test system development.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own electrical and controls execution for assigned machines, production equipment, or test systems
Install, wire, and modify industrial controls hardware in accordance with NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards
Program and configure industrial controls hardware, including PLCs, VFDs, motor starters, and related devices
Lead controls system bring-up, checkout, and validation activities
Troubleshoot complex electrical, controls, and instrumentation issues
Review electrical schematics; create and own redlines and drive updates back into released drawings
Collaborate with engineering on control architecture, device selection, and design improvements
Use EPlan to generate reports, manufacturing data, and documentation
Provide technical guidance to technicians on wiring practices and troubleshooting
Maintain the electrical shop, tools, consumables, and controls hardware inventory
Document work performed and update assigned tasks or project tracking
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
7+ years of work in a relevant field (manufacturing/test/R&D)
7+ years working on electrical control systems
1+ years working on pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Preferred
10+ years' proven experience with EPlan and PLC-based control systems (TwinCAT preferred)
10+ years of work in a relevant field (manufacturing/test/R&D)
Strong experience supporting systems up to 480 VAC
Strong electrical and controls troubleshooting skills
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
Benefits
Medical, vision & dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
Company
Impulse Space
Impulse Space develops in-space transportation technology for payload delivery to various orbits.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$525MKey Investors
Linse CapitalFounders FundRTX Ventures
2025-06-03Series C· $300M
2024-10-01Series B· $150M
2023-07-24Series A· $45M
Leadership Team
Eric Romo
President and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
Business Insider
2025-12-25
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