Automation & Controls Specialist, Infrastructure & Utility (Starship) - Level 4/5
Core
Design, develop, deploy, and manage ground-up automation and controls projects for high-rate manufacturing of Starship vehicles, focusing on production fluids infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC automation and controls specialist (infrastructure)
Builds
High-reliability industrial fluid systems, electrical control panels, and manufacturing/test infrastructure for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming, HMI and SCADA programming, electrical and pneumatic schematic design, industrial electrical control panel construction, troubleshooting automation systems, process optimization, project specification, contractor work management
Preferred skills
6-axis and Cartesian robot programming, C#/.NET/Python/SQL, Eplan CAD, field bus networks, NEC/NFPA79/UL508A code knowledge, advanced electrical circuit troubleshooting
Technologies
PLC, HMI, SCADA, Eplan, JIRA, C#, .NET, Python, SQL
Responsibilities
Design and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications; create and update written and visual instructions from technical drawings; audit manufacturing processes for inefficiencies and safety improvements; develop SOWs and manage contractor work; perform hands-on work in hazardous environments including heat, cold, rain, tight quarters, and heights; provide 24/7 on-call support for emergencies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC