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Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer, Consumer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX is expanding Starlink production and seeks a Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer to lead automation and controls work for high-rate consumer hardware manufacturing. The role focuses on designing, commissioning, and maintaining factory automation systems — including PLCs, safety systems, motion systems, HMIs, and electrical panels — to enable reliable, high-volume production.

Skills

  • PLC programming and structured text experience
  • Safety PLCs and machine safety architecture
  • Electrical schematic and panel design (NEC/NFPA/UL508A)
  • Motion system sizing and integration (gantries, robotics, conveyance)
  • HMI/SCADA design and machine health monitoring
  • Robotics integration and safety (industrial robots)
  • Fieldbus and industrial networking (EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP)
  • Hands-on electrical troubleshooting with multimeter/oscilloscope

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and manage automation projects from ideation through hand-off to operations
  • Architect, write, and debug organized, maintainable PLC code for high-volume manufacturing
  • Implement ANSI/RIA/OSHA-compliant robot and machinery safety systems
  • Design NEC/NFPA/UL508A-compliant electrical systems and panels
  • Create clear, user-friendly HMI/SCADA screens for operation and troubleshooting
  • Commission machines, prove rate capability, and troubleshoot production systems
  • Collaborate cross-functionally on schedules, budgets, and execution to meet milestones
  • Perform hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting in the factory environment

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or computer science (required)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off and leave policies
  • Career development and opportunities to work on Starlink hardware
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