Automation Engineer, Hardware Test for Space Systems

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Hardware Test Automation Engineer to design, build, and automate test systems for satellite payloads, propulsion, and mechanisms. You will help deliver high-impact technology at scale in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 1+ years automating test systems required, plus experience with instrumentation, DAQs, and Python/MATLAB/C/C++. Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of experience automating test systems.
• 1+ years of experience with instrumentation, data acquisition (DAQ) system design, or electronics test engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and implement cross-functional automation solutions to improve test capability, coverage, and safety.
• Design and implement test and ground support equipment (GSE) including fixtures and automated test equipment.
• Create user interfaces for complex machines to simplify use and troubleshooting.
• Create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Provide innovative solutions to unique requirements and challenges.
• Perform electrical installation of valves, switches, transducers, and related components.

Skills

Automation experience

Python/MATLAB/C/C++

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMM

DAQ

Power supply

Spectrum analyzer

PLC

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Hardware Test Automation Engineer to design, build, and automate test systems for satellite payloads, propulsion, and mechanisms. You will help deliver high-impact technology at scale in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 1+ years automating test systems required, plus experience with instrumentation, DAQs, and Python/MATLAB/C/C++. Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential.