Senior Robotics Engineer

E-Space; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

E-Space, based in Arlington, TX, is hiring a Senior Robotics Engineer to program and integrate ABB and Fanuc robots for satellite assembly. You will own robotic cells end-to-end, from path planning to commissioning, and optimize cycle time and throughput on the production floor.

The role requires 5+ years of in-production robotics experience, hands-on EOAT integration, and familiarity with vision systems and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years programming and integrating industrial robots in production (ABB and/or Fanuc).
• Hands-on experience with robot cell design and EOAT integration.
• Familiarity with machine vision, sensors, pneumatics, and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Program, simulate, and deploy ABB and Fanuc robots for assembly, pick-and-place, and material-handling.
• Own robotic cells from concept through commissioning, including path planning and EOAT integration.
• Optimize cycle time, reliability, and throughput of production robotic cells.
• Integrate robots with Beckhoff controls, vision systems, sensors, and end-of-arm tooling.
• Develop and maintain robot programs and tooling calibrations.
• Lead on-floor commissioning, troubleshooting, and handover of production cells.
• Mentor junior robotics engineers and set programming standards.

Skills

Robotics programming

Robot cell design

Vision systems

Troubleshooting on live production

Beckhoff PLC/motion control

Education

BS in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

RobotStudio/Roboguide

Job description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you've come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We're intentional, we're unapologetically curious and we're 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

The E-Space Manufacturing team builds the world's most advanced aerospace products at high rate and high precision.

As a Senior Robotics Engineer, you'll program and integrate the ABB and Fanuc robots that assemble our satellites. You'll own robotic cells end-to-end - from path planning and EOAT integration to commissioning and cycle-time optimization - and serve as the dedicated robotics owner the team needs as we scale. This is a hands-on role for someone who has deployed industrial robots in production and wants to build a robotics function from a strong foundation. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering leadership team.

What you'll be doing:

• Program, simulate, and deploy ABB and Fanuc robots for assembly, pick-and-place, and material-handling applications.
• Own robotic cells from concept through commissioning, including path planning, EOAT integration, and safety.
• Optimize cycle time, reliability, and throughput of production robotic cells.
• Integrate robots with Beckhoff controls, vision systems, sensors, and end-of-arm tooling.
• Develop and maintain robot programs, frames, and tooling calibrations.
• Lead on-floor commissioning, troubleshooting, and handover of production cells.
• Mentor junior robotics engineers and set programming standards.

What you will bring to this role:

• 5+ years programming and integrating industrial robots in production - ABB and/or Fanuc.
• Hands-on experience with robot cell design, EOAT integration, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with machine vision, sensors, pneumatics, and safety systems.
• Understanding of how robotics integrate with PLC/motion control (Beckhoff a plus).
• Strong troubleshooting skills on live production equipment.
• BS in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent.

Extra points for the following:

• Both ABB and Fanuc programming experience.
• Offline programming / simulation (RobotStudio, Roboguide).
• Machine-vision and force-control integration.
• Aerospace, PV/solar, or thin-film manufacturing background.

Closing

This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Arlington, TX facility.

We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used - so we're looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience. If that's your experience, then we'll be immediately wow-ed.

E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E-Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That's why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:

• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (US only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off