Workplace
On-site
Employment
Other
Published
Aug 11, 2026
Closes
No date supplied
The role
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, SOLAR CELL MANUFACTURING (STARLINK)
SpaceX is becoming a world leader in electronics manufacturing in the heart of Texas. The Automation & Controls Specialist for the Solar Cell Manufacturing facility 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 (Ignition) 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
• Specify and procure required components, sensors, and hardware needed for implementing controls solutions
• Wire, commission, and validate electromechanical and pneumatic control systems
• Design and commission basic PLC and HMI software applications, and addition
Requirements
Department: AI Satellite Solar Production