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SpaceX is hiring a mid-level Automation & Controls Specialist, PCB Manufacturing (Starlink) based in Bastrop, TX. The posting calls out experience with Data Analytics and roughly 2+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a associate's degree or equivalent.

Level: mid
Employment: Full-time
Location: Bastrop, TX
Experience: 2+ years
Education: Associate's degree
Department: Starlink Production Bastrop - PCB Engineering

AI Summary

Troubleshoot and maintain complex automation controls systems in PCB manufacturing, focusing on long-term reliability improvements. Design and integrate PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, commission electromechanical controls, and analyze production data to reduce downtime. Requires hands-on electrical skills and experience with industrial control systems.

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Job description

from SpaceX careers

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS SPECIALIST, PCB MANUFACTURING (STARLINK)

SpaceX is becoming a world leader in electronics manufacturing in the heart of Texas. The Automation & Controls Specialist for the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) factory will be responsible for troubleshooting complex controls issues within existing SpaceX critical assets, with the focus on adding long-term repairs that increase the overall reliability of production systems, rather than implementing quick-fix solutions. Additionally, the Automation & Controls Specialist will be responsible for assisting in the design of new controls components and integrating with vendor-provided equipment. The Automation & Controls Specialist makes data-driven decisions and is skilled in both hands-on electrical and controls software. This includes servicing and building industrial control panels, robotic and electromechanical controls systems, and PLC, HMI, and SCADA development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Integrate vendor/OEM equipment into centralized SCADA software for advanced line control
Maximize the uptime of all automation assets on our advanced manufacturing lines
Develop data analysis tools to root-cause the largest downtime sources and propose long-term fixes

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