Instrumentation and Controls Engineer III
Core
Design, upgrade, and maintain instrumentation, data acquisition, and control systems for liquid rocket engine test stands to support safe human spaceflight.
Role type
Senior IC instrumentation and controls engineer (test facilities)
Builds
Instrumentation and control hardware, PLC programs, electrical panels, and data acquisition configurations for engine test stands
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Test operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming, electrical schematic and panel layout design, instrumentation integration, data acquisition system configuration, electrical diagnostics, industrial sensor/actuator familiarity, CAD design, technical writing
Preferred skills
Video monitoring systems, network configuration, NI/Bustec hardware, calibration principles, noise reduction and shielding techniques, hazardous area instrumentation installation
Technologies
Allen Bradley, Siemens, AutoCAD Electrical, PLCs, DAQ hardware, NI hardware, Bustec hardware
Responsibilities
Develop new tools and serve as subject matter expert for engine test stands; design and modify PLC programs; design electrical panels for instrumentation infrastructure; maintain and upgrade test stand data acquisition systems; define and execute system integration activities including wire harness design and installation; operate test stands to collect hot fire test data; identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety and cost
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities