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vardaspace

11 days ago

Automation & Controls Engineer II

Onsite · El Segundo, California, United States

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You will design and build test systems for spaceflight hardware in El Segundo, California. This role requires hands-on experience with automation and controls in a fast-paced environment.

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Job description

You will design and build test systems for spaceflight hardware in El Segundo, California. This role requires hands-on experience with automation and controls in a fast-paced environment.

Details

  • El Segundo, California, on-site
  • $119,543 - $152,749 per year
  • 2+ years of industry experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

The work

  • Design and maintain test systems and ground support equipment for flight hardware qualification.
  • Integrate with external hardware like thermal vacuum chambers and data acquisition systems.
  • Develop Varda's internal PLC framework and EtherCAT tooling.
  • Collaborate with various teams to deliver test infrastructure on tight timelines.