Automation Controls Specialist Asset Engineering
Automation Controls Specialist Asset Engineering
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Job Description
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 ofenabling human life on Mars.
AUTOMATION & CONTROLS SPECIALIST (ASSET ENGINEERING)
As an Automation & Controls Specialist you will be responsible for building and commissioning automated machinery that manufactures and tests product lines including Falcon Dragon Starshield and Starship. You will work handson with a team of automation engineers and specialists to bring solutions to life and unlock the full capacity of our Hawthorne factory.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Own industrial automation projects in collaboration with engineers specialists and technicians from multiple teams
- Wire and commission new electromechanical automated machinery
- Draft and redline electrical mechanical and fluid schematics
- Provide expert build support and design insight to automation engineers throughout machine development
- Configure and test controls hardware (sensors actuators drives) during commissioning
- Provide troubleshooting support to resolve issues on new and existing automated machinery
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED equivalency certificate
- 1 years of experience building and troubleshooting low voltage electrical systems OR an associates degree in an electrical controls or automation discipline
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong experience with power and hand tools
- Experience reading electrical and pneumatic drawings
- Experience building wiring and testing industrial control panels
- Experience troubleshooting and/or programming PLCs HMIs or microcontrollers
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems and devices with tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes
- Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety) NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
- Experience with industrial 6DOF robotics systems (ABB Kuka or Fanuc)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent skills in Word Excel and PowerPoint
- Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills; a team player yet able to work independently when necessary
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Available to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Ability to perform job duties that require standing kneeling crouching twisting upper body working in cramped positions in small openings
- Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
- Occasional travel to other SpaceX or 3rd party facilities up to 10
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Automation & Controls Specialist /Level 1: $30.00 $38.00/hour
Automation & Controls Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 $43.00/hour
Automation & Controls Specialist/Level 3: $38.00 $48.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Hourly
