Automation & Controls Engineer (Launch Hardware)

The role is for an Automation & Controls Engineer at SpaceX's east coast launch site at Cape Canaveral Space Force base, responsible for the design, operation, installation, and test of low-power electrical systems.

• Responsible for ground support control and instrumentation systems
• Operate, upgrade, and maintain data acquisition system hardware
• Design junction boxes and conveyances for end instruments
• Create electrical schematics for new instrumentation
• Address physical installation issues and wear/tear of electrical components
• Write procedures for routine tasks and troubleshooting steps
• Provide innovative solutions to challenges faced by the team

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 3+ years of experience with instrumentation power systems design and/or data acquisition systems
• Proficiency in electronics test rack design, data acquisition setup, and field measurements
• Experience with electrical test equipment and PLCs
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, dynamic environment
• Proficient in Python, SQL, HTML, Java, and MS Excel
• Willingness to work weekends, night shifts, and travel to other launch sites