# Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer, Insource Manufacturing (Starlink) 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: Senior
- Location: Bastrop, TX
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-06
- Apply by: 2026-12-21
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8932871002?gh_jid=8932871002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/spacex-sr-automation-and-controls-engineer-insource-manufacturing-starlink/

## About the role

As a member of the Materials Engineering group, you will develop and implement technologies to support high-volume production, rapid product iteration, and new capabilities at SpaceX. You will work with multiple manufacturing disciplines, including injection molding, high pressure die casting, stamping, and mold manufacturing. A strong focus on safety is required, ensuring that all technologies and processes meet the highest safety standards. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of controls systems for industrial applications
- Must be willing to travel up to 10%
- Standing/walking for long periods of time
- Must be willing to work long hours and weekends as necessary to accommodate manufacturing and test campaigns

Tags: Materials Engineering - Starlink Mfg -...

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