Job Summary
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This is a system-focused, multi-faceted position responsible for owning, installing and commissioning of new automation assets, panel builds, and drawing updates. The specialist will also be responsible for implementing long-term reliability improvements to production systems.
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Key Responsibilities
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* Own and hands-on execute industrial automation projects in collaboration with Engineers, specialists, and Technicians from different groups.
* Develop and upgrade data acquisition and control systems.
* Provide technical support and guidance for controls technicians and other non-controls engineering groups.
* Lead technicians and/or contractors efficiently.
* Commission new hardware.
* Actively perform continuous improvements for team processes, quality, faster build times, lower maintenance needs, project kitting, streamlined communication between teams, and feedback loops.
* Perform daily task prioritization including risk mitigation on current and upcoming projects.
* Draft and redline drawings in Electrical and Fluids Schematics.
* Be a liaison, in design stage and during builds, between Tooling Engineering and Automation & Controls for controls hardware mounting and overall cable management.
* Program PLC's and HMI's according to engineering design.
* Analyze data to assess the function of electrical systems.
* Assist in the design and analysis of experiments to evaluate test articles.
* Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
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Requirements
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* High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
* 2+ years of experience in a controls technician or specialist role.
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Preferred Qualifications
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* Occupational trade school qualification in an instrumentation or electrical-based field.
* Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes.
* Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal.
* Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight.
* Strong work ethic and drive to succeed as part of a high-functioning team.
* Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
* Ability to thrive in ambiguity, independently drive project progress, and manage multiple priorities.
* Knowledge of high-reliability processes and related documentation practices.
* Experience in programming PLC and HMI.
* Demonstrated ability to design, implement and troubleshoot data acquisition and control hardware.
* Fundamental understanding of engineering principles behind electronic equipment, instrumentation, and commonly used industrial equipment.
* Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servo motors, controllers, and VFDs.
* Experience designing and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments or IEC equivalence.
* General schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) design and/or verification and validation experience.
* Experience tuning PID controllers.
* Experience with electrical power distribution, working knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E.
* Experience with connectorization standards such as IPC-620, NASA 8739.4, and D38999 specifications.
* First-hand experience with programming and software development.
* Experience with industrial bus protocols such as Modbus, Profinet and EtherNet/IP.
* Hands-on experience activating, building, and troubleshooting analog electronic systems.
* Process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems experience.
* Exposure to C/C++, Python, and JavaScript.
* Experience with Linux-based operating systems.
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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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* Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings.
* Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet).
* Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing up and down stairs and/or ladders regularly throughout the day.
* Ability to lift light weight supplies or materials (up to 25lbs unassisted).
* Available to work overtime and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required.
* Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, flashing lights, heat, cold, rain, and noise.
* Occasional travel to other facilities, up to 25%.
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ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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* 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.
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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.
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