Engineer The Future

SpaceX is a U.S.-based advanced technology company founded by residing CEO and CTO, Elon Musk. Founded in 2002, SpaceX builds rockets and spacecraft from the ground up, including cutting edge electronics, software, vehicle structures, and engine systems. The Falcon Launch Vehicle and Dragon Spacecraft programs are some of the most ambitious engineering systems in the world, designed to support our ultimate goals of aviation-like spaceflight capability and making humanity a multi-planet species. Our team is made up of more than 3,000 SpaceXers located across our Hawthorne, California headquarters; and other facilities in Florida, Texas, and Washington, DC.



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Playing a direct role in advancing the course of human history is no small endeavor. Join us, and find your place in the SpaceX legacy.

Data and Control Systems Technician



Overview :

The Data and Control Systems Technician will support the build-up and maintenance of our data and control systems. These systems consist of varying data acquisition and control hardware, wiring and interface harnesses, and a wide variety of instrumentation. The goal of the Data and Control Systems group is to meet a variety of test requirements to achieve safe, economical, and reliable access to space.



Responsibilities:

Perform complex technical assignments involving instrumentation and data acquisition/processing systems

Maintain, calibrate, configure, monitor, test, troubleshoot, install, and repair instrumentation, process controls, data acquisition systems, and electrical systems

Investigate, diagnose, correct, and document instrumentation or system malfunctions

Analyze results of calibrations and processed data and assist in the interpretation of test data

Fabricate and install parts and systems to be tested in test equipment, using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments

Adjust, repair, or replace faulty components of test setups and equipment

Complete necessary instrumentation of test stands, wiring and data acquisition systems

Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electrical and electronic unites, assemblies, components, parts, equipment, and systems

Configure the data acquisition hardware

Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors

Install connectors, connector pins, terminals and lugs

Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and sequential continuity checkers

Adjusts, calibrates, aligns, and modifies circuitry and components and records effects on unit performance

Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints and engineering sketches

Perform lay out and wiring of electrical panels

Collaborate with design engineers to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment



Basic Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Instrumentation, Control Technology, Electrical Systems, or other related field (minimum of 5 years of experience working with Controls or Electrical Systems will be considered in lieu of degree)

A minimum of 3 years of experience working with any of the following instrumentation: Resistance Temperature Devices (RTDs), silicon diode temperature devices, strain gauges, load cells, displacement transducers, pressure transducers, thermocouple, and flow meters (turbine, coriolis, and ultrasonic)

Valid Driver’s License, and a clean driving record



Preferred Skills and Experience:

Basic knowledge of Wheatstone bridge theory, ability to apply ohms law, and an understanding of DC electronics

Operational knowledge of an oscilloscope & multi-meter, soldering wires & connectors, operation of various crimping tools, wire stripping, continuity testing, pinning out a military type connector, routing & tie wrapping cables, drilling & tapping holes, and building junction boxes

System level trouble-shooting skills and the ability to logically solve instrumentation system problems and determine corrective action

Knowledge in signal conditioning concepts for various types of sensors, to include the following: Thermocouple Types K, S, and E; TC bonding concepts: resistance weld on and adhesive bond on types; TC probes through thermowell sheaths; Cold junction compensation concepts

Background should include experience with the following devices: DC power supplies, DC-DC convertors, UPS installations, heat shrink tubing, cable harnessing, lacing, and proper strain relief concepts

Working knowledge of transducers, operational amplifiers, and the knowledge of measurement techniques for temperature, pressure, flow, displacement, vibration and the application strain gages are also highly desired. Identify required data, data acquisition plans and test parameters, setting up equipment to conform to these specifications

Working knowledge multiple bus architectures (PCI/PCIe, PXI/PXIe, GPIB, Serial, USB, etc.) and data communication technologies

Intermediate skill level using Windows Operating Systems

Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, OneNote)

Knowledge in Data Acquisition concepts, hardware, and interfacing (SCXI and PXI based)

Demonstrated capabilities in the development of comprehensive project plans that include all tasks; stage/gate milestones, and reviews necessary to successfully develop and implement solutions



Additional Requirements:

General physical fitness is required for some work areas, flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required, also the ability to lift heavy objects is required in this position >50lbs

Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand.

Ability to work at elevated heights

Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain

Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Typically 50 hour work weeks, schedule varies depending on site operational needs, flexibility required

Overtime is frequently required for particular tasks or test series



ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here .



SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.



Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.



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