# Automation & Controls Engineer (Starlink Optical Products) at SpaceX

- Company: SpaceX
- What the company does: SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, a16z and Founders Fund.
- Company website: https://www.spacex.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Redmond, WA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-19
- Apply by: 2026-12-03
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8893540002?gh_jid=8893540002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/spacex-automation-and-controls-engineer-starlink-optical-products/

## About the role

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers, and the software that brings it all together. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or another STEM discipline
- 1+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of automation and control systems in a manufacturing environment (internships and project work are applicable)
- Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Tags: Starlink Satellite Optics Production

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