Automation & Controls Engineer (Starlink)
Core
Design, build, qualify, and implement automation and control systems for high-volume satellite production, including robotics, machine vision, and manufacturing processes.
Role type
Automation & Controls Engineer (IC)
Builds
Factory automation systems, robotic guidance, and control panels for satellite manufacturing
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
PLC programming, robotics programming, machine vision, electrical schematics, statistical process control, HMI/SCADA design
Preferred skills
Beckhoff TwinCAT, ABB Rapid, Cognex Vision Pro, EPLAN, EtherCAT, PROFINET, C#, Python
Technologies
PLCs, COTS Robots, servo motion, distributed IO, EtherCAT, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, Beckhoff TwinCAT, ABB Rapid, Cognex Vision Pro, Halcon, OpenCV, EPLAN, MQTT, OPC-UA, SQL, C#, .NET, Python
Responsibilities
Design and implement machine design, robotics, and manufacturing processes; Architect, write, and debug PLC code; Implement vision systems for robotic guidance and quality control; Design user interfaces for complex machines; Create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics; Implement ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant safety systems
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC