The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
Design, develop, and manage automation projects: including initial factory ideation, machine commissioning, proof of rate capability, and eventual hand-off to operational teams
Architect, write, and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that: is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable for high-volume manufacturing applications
Keep our factory safe and reliable by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA: compliant systems for robots, gantries, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment
Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens to make complex machines easy to: understand, operate, and troubleshoot
Integrate individual equipment pieces into master SCADA and MES systems
Design electrical systems compliant to NEC, NFPA, & UL508A regulations
What they're looking for
- Stay organized by creating schedules and budgets, and then motivate the team to achieve them
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or chemical discipline
- + years of experience with high-speed manufacturing, controls and automation,: and/or programming (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)
- Excited by a quick and iterative design and manufacturing role
