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.
About the role
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 4+ years of professional experience working with electrical or data acquisition systems
- 2+ years of experience designing electrical, mechanical, or control systems (experience from a university or trade school qualifies)
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs, flexibility is required
- Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
More about this role
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
The launch and test automation and controls specialist role is system-focused and multifaceted. The specialist installs and commissions new automation assets, builds panels, updates drawings, and builds and commissions the data acquisition and control systems required for Starship launches, design and qualification testing, and propellant generation. The specialist develops and integrates hardware including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), wire harnesses, printed circuit boards (PCBs), custom enclosures, motor drive controls, and sensors. These systems support operations that enable safe, economical, and reliable access to space.
- Develop and upgrade electrical systems for ground support data acquisition and control
- Develop new hardware and processes to improve capabilities, cost, and setup time of ground support electrical systems
- Develop electrical schematics for system build and...
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