Senior Spaceflight Controls & Automation Engineer

Vardaspace; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO policy

100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Fully stocked kitchen with meals provided

Job summary

Vardaspace in El Segundo is seeking a Senior Controls & Automation Software Engineer to develop custom test infrastructure for spaceflight hardware. You'll own architecture decisions and shape how test automation is implemented across the organization.

Ideal candidates should have a strong background in test automation and work well within a dynamic team. This onsite role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in test automation, controls, or industrial automation.
• Experience integrating with industrial hardware over protocols like EtherCAT and Modbus.
• Ability to thrive in a startup environment where priorities shift.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain test systems for flight hardware.
• Develop and extend internal PLC framework and EtherCAT tooling.
• Partner with teams to deliver test infrastructure on aggressive timelines.

Skills

Python skills

Hands-on experience with industrial hardware

PLC experience

Comfort in fast-paced environment

Education

BS in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

EtherCAT

Modbus

Job description

Vardaspace in El Segundo is seeking a Senior Controls & Automation Software Engineer to develop custom test infrastructure for spaceflight hardware. You'll own architecture decisions and shape how test automation is implemented across the organization.

Ideal candidates should have a strong background in test automation and work well within a dynamic team. This onsite role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.