Automation & Controls Specialist - Night shift at SpaceX
Cape Canaveral, FL, United States
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 of enabling human life on Mars.
AUTOMATION & CONTROLS SPECIALIST - NIGHT SHIFT
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represents a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. Drawing on an extensive history of launch vehicle and engine development programs, SpaceX has been rapidly iterating on the design of Starship with orbital-flight targeted for 2020. Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) is a key component of building the world's most advanced re-usable rocket.
Working for the TPS Production team, the Automation & Controls Specialist will be assisting with troubleshooting and repairs of new and existing assets, with the focus on improving long term reliability of systems, rather than implementing quick fix solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure automated systems are operational at the highest possible uptime, resolving issues fast, while suggesting and implementing long term reliability improvements
Troubleshoot and modify PLC software where required and feedback changes to design engineers
Promote 5s principles of organizing and sustaining efficient and presentable team workspaces
Improve on existing production and R&D robot application programming
Redline and modify/correct electrical and pneumatic schematics for automated tooling using EPLAN
Wire and commission electrical and pneumatic automated control systems
Design and commission basic PLC and HMI software applications
Build control panels to NFPA 79 & UL 508A standards
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience in a controls technician or specialist role
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
Occupational trade school qualification in an instrumentation or electrical based field
Siemens PLC and HMI programming experience in all PLC programming languages
Kuka robot programming
Experience working with vision systems
Industrial machine networking experience
Electrical schematic drawing experience
Excellent skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
This role requires working 4 days on, 3 days off; then 3 days on, 4 days off, Wednesday-Saturday from 6 PM - 6:30 AM
Ability to wear and obtain certification in the wearing of an air respirator
General physical fitness is required for some work areas, tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 lbs. unassisted
Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed
Flexibility in work schedule, supporting all shifts/overtime, as necessary, to support business needs
Must be willing to travel
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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 SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
