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Sr. Data & Control Systems Engineer

SpaceX is advancing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is hiring a Sr. Data & Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain electrical, data acquisition, and control systems for critical infrastructure at the Hawthorne campus. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, system-level integration, and collaboration with technicians and cross-functional engineering teams to support avionics, engine testing, and non-vehicle electrical systems.

Skills

  • System-level design, integration, and testing of electro-mechanical systems
  • Hands-on analog electronic assembly, activation, and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with mixed-signal electronics, power supply design, filtering, layout, and grounding
  • Design and troubleshooting of data acquisition and control hardware
  • Schematic capture and PCB design/verification experience
  • Familiarity with Python, C++, LabVIEW, or other scripting/programming languages
  • Data review and basic statistical methods for evaluating system performance
  • Experience with instrumentation and hazardous-area control system installations
  • Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork

Responsibilities

  • Maintain operational capability of control voltage (<60V) electrical systems
  • Develop and upgrade data acquisition (DAQ) and control systems
  • Design and implement new automation systems for avionics and engine testing
  • Provide technical support and guidance to controls technicians and non-controls engineering teams
  • Develop hardware and processes to improve capability, cost, and setup time for non-vehicle electrical systems
  • Analyze electrical system data to assess performance and reliability
  • Assist in experimental design and test article evaluation
  • Perform required physical and site-specific duties to ensure safe, efficient operations

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, or computer engineering

Benefits

  • Base salary range: $130,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Potential long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards)
  • Possible discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approximately 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy and various employee discounts/perks
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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DATE POSTED
December 4, 2025
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