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
As a Sr. Automation and Controls Engineer, you will be directly responsible for the design, build, and integration of automated machinery that manufactures and tests Starship and Starshield hardware. You will join a highly talented interdisciplinary team of engineers and technicians working to ensure the Hawthorne factory unlocks its full capability. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, computer science or other engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in industrial or factory automation design and implementation
- 5+ years of experience in designing and building electro-mechanical/robotic/automated system products
- Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 30 lbs. unassisted
- Must be available to work extended hours and some weekends
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 Asset Engineering team is dedicated to developing the factory machines, tooling, and systems required to manufacture some of the most advanced hardware on the planet. With vertically integrated teams of mechanical, automation, and fluids engineers, the group solves SpaceX's most difficult manufacturing challenges, owning the solutions from design concept though high-rate production ramps.
As a Sr. Automation and Controls Engineer, you will be directly responsible for the design, build, and integration of automated machinery that manufactures and tests Starship and Starshield hardware. You will join a highly talented interdisciplinary team of engineers and technicians working to ensure the Hawthorne factory unlocks its full capability.
- Lead the design and development of complex in-house automated manufacturing and test systems from concept to production, specifically owning electrical and software...
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