CareerPlan

Junior Ground Systems Engineer - Instrumentation & Control

Auckland Production Complex OfficeFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10

Core

Design, build, and operate automated control and instrumentation systems for ground infrastructure including launch pads, transporters, erectors, and propulsion test stands.

Role type

Junior IC ground systems engineer (instrumentation & control)

Builds

Automated control systems for launch vehicle transporters, erectors, launchers, and propulsion test stands

Domain

Aerospace / Industrial Automation

Required skills

Engineering concepts and theory, instrumentation, automation, control systems, system validation, data analysis, documentation, risk management

Preferred skills

PLCs (structured text), SCADA, LabVIEW, Python, sensor/actuator integration, aerospace environment experience

Technologies

PLCs, SCADA, LabVIEW, Python

Responsibilities

Maintain and extend control systems for launch vehicle transporters, erectors, launchers, and propulsion test stands; Develop new software features under guidance; Support technicians on-site and remotely during installation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting; Execute test plans to validate system performance; Analyse post-flight and post-test data; Collaborate with test and operations teams to qualify systems; Create and maintain interface control documentation and software design documentation.

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC