Launch Pad Automation Engineer

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist, Launch Pad (Starship) to bridge engineering design with field execution. You will create work instructions, troubleshoot electrical and control systems, and support erection of panels for Starship launch infrastructure.

This role involves hands-on fabrication, testing, and clear collaboration with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced spaceflight environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience with electrical or data acquisition systems.
• 2+ years designing electrical, mechanical, or control systems (university or trade school qualifies).
• Proficiency reading planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints and sketches.
• Ability to install and use instrumentation including strain gauges, transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers and analog circuitry.
• Ability to fabricate and repair cable harnesses including soldering, crimping and connectors.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Create work instructions for integration of electrical and controls systems and related structures.
• Identify and upscale tricky designs that lead to manufacturing difficulties and propose solutions.
• Provide production support: rapidly disposition issue tickets and work with engineers to define requirements.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems.
• Select, modify, and maintain equipment for tests and fabrication projects.
• Onboard new machinery or equipment to increase build efficiency.
• Document build processes.
• Pursue initiatives to streamline from design to field hardware, including supply chain and testing plans.

Skills

Electrical systems

Data acquisition

Control systems design

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist, Launch Pad (Starship) to bridge engineering design with field execution. You will create work instructions, troubleshoot electrical and control systems, and support erection of panels for Starship launch infrastructure.

This role involves hands-on fabrication, testing, and clear collaboration with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced spaceflight environment.