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Data & Control Systems Technician (Facilities) - Level 4/5

Cape Canaveral, Florida, United StatesOnsiteFull Timelevel 4Posted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

The Data & Control Systems Technician (Facilities) - Level 4/5 is responsible for installing, modifying, building, and troubleshooting electrical conveyances, power equipment up to 480VAC, and PLC-based manufacturing hardware. This role involves fabricating support structures, enclosures, and electrical distribution equipment, as well as performing continuity checks and correcting wiring errors. The technician will also collaborate with engineers on troubleshooting and generate purchase orders. A high school diploma and 6+ years of experience in industrial controls or instrumentation within a manufacturing or production environment are required. Preferred skills include an Associate's degree or certificate in industrial controls or electrical engineering, and experience with PLC and DAQ programming.

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.

DATA & CONTROL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (FACILITIES) - LEVEL 4/5

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, cables, cable assemblies and lugs

Install and modify electrical conveyances, including but not limited to conduit and cable tray

Build intricate and complex cable assemblies using Mil-C connectors and contacts

Build and terminate AC power equipment up to 480VAC

Build, terminate, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based manufacturing hardware

Write, create, and organize work planning documents and instructions

Fabricate support structures, enclosures, and conveyances for electrical distribution equipment

Troubleshoot AC power distribution equipment up to 480VAC

Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and voltage calibrators

Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot failures

Generate purchase orders from vendor quotes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

6+ years of professional experience working with industrial controls or instrumentation in a manufacturing or production environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree or profession certificate in industrial controls or electrical engineering

Experience with PLC and DAQ programming

Experience with NI Max, Step 7, Studio 5000

Experience with ISO 9000, IPC-620, and ICP-610 standards

Quality inspection experience with harnessing and cables

Understanding of basic direct current electrical theory

Experience helping to develop and document procedures

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Ability to design and fabricate simple electrical circuits

Proficient with use of power tools (e.g. hand drills, grinders, band saws, vacuums, and impact drivers)

Proficient with use of hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, screw drivers, brooms, flush cuts, and wrenches)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

Ability work the following shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm

General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required

Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Valid driver’s license

Ability to work at elevated heights

Ability to work in extreme environments – heat, cold, rain, fumes, odors, and noise

Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the 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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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