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Staff Cloud Security Engineer
Xometry
Lexington, KY
- $7.25 USD / hour
Xometry is looking for a Staff Cloud Security Engineer to own our cloud security posture and runtime detection capabilities. This is a high-impact, individual contributor role focused on…
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Software Engineer, Systems ML
Meta
Frankfort, KY
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Client Technology - Senior Software Engineering with AI Capabilities
EY
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Develops strong working relationships with peers across Development & Engineering and Architecture teams, collaborating to develop and engineer leading solutions
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- $95,000 to $171,000 USD / year
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5 years of experience with Python and Spark framework
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Solutions Architect - Nutanix Database Service
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Cyber Full-Stack Software Engineer
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Lead Cloud Architect
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PwC
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Manufacturing Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2027)
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- $133,058 to $139,500 USD / year
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Senior AI Software Engineer
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Senior Embedded Field Reliability Engineer
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Software Engineer AI & Digital Health
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
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Senior Data Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer - Test Infrastructure
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San Francisco, CA
- $140,000 to $210,000 USD / year
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Senior Software Engineer - Test Infrastructure
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- $110,300 to $159,950 USD / year
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- $148,500 to $285,800 USD / year
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Campus Undergraduate Summer Internship Program - 2027 Cybersecurity AI Engineer, Enterprise Technology Services- Phoenix, AZ
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SpaceX

Automation & Controls Engineer, Solar (Starlink)

Redmond, WA, United States

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Experience: 1+ years’ experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for manufacturing (internships/co-ops can apply).
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 4, 2026

Original job description

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 ENGINEER, SOLAR (STARLINK)

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together.

As a member of the Starlink Solar Automation Team you will work with a cross-disciplinary team of engineers developing the next generation Starlink solar array and the production system that will create it.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design, build, qualify and implement projects spanning machine design, robotics and manufacturing processes from initial ideation to production use.
Architect, write, and debug PLC code.
Implement vision systems for robotic guidance, quality control and data collection.
Design systems to control processes, track factory performance and collaborate across teams to increase manufacturing efficiency in a data driven way.
Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot.
Create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics for control panels.
Keep our factories safe by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering or another STEM field.
1+ years’ experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for manufacturing (internships/co-ops can apply).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Hands on experience with at least one of the specific disciplines below and interest in learning the other areas you are not yet strong in:

Industrial Automation:

Automation Hardware: PLC’s, COTS Robots, servo motion, machine vision, distributed IO, pneumatic controls, etc.
Field Bus Networking protocols: EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, etc.
Machinery and processes: dispenser, pick and place, fastener installation, automated bonding, thermo-compression, soldering, ultrasonic welding, temperature & position control, injection molders, die casters, etc. and design for manufacturing.
Applied Statistical Process Control and other data tools (descriptive, inferential, regression, correlation) to improve manufacturing processes.
Safely testing and commissioning integrated systems

Software:

PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text, state machines, applying Object Oriented Programming to mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, sensors, pneumatics/hydraulics, etc.
Robotics programming, preferably ABB Rapid.
HMI, SCADA, IoT (MQTT, OPC-UA), SQL, C#, .NET, Python.
Industrial machine vision, Cognex Vision Pro preferred, Halcon & OpenCV acceptable.

Electrical:

Electrical sizing of motors, cables, circuit protection, VFD’s, motor starters, various other motion systems.
Design of fail-safe electrical circuits using both safety logic controllers and safety-rated relays.
Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, EMI probes.
Proficiency in understanding and creating electrical schematics and single line diagrams (EPLAN preferred).
Analog signal integrity and EMI reduction.
Hands-on experience designing and commissioning high quality electrical panels and electro-mechanical systems with appropriate safety considerations in mind.
Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, UL508A codes with ability to ensure compliance with control system safety standards.
Proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions and little supervision.
Excited by a fast-paced environment, strong desire and ability to learn quickly and adapt.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet mission critical deadlines.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00

Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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 (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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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Skills

Robotics
Manufacturing processes
PLC
Quality control
Troubleshoot
BASIC
Electrical engineering
Mechanical engineering
Computer science
Welding
Statistical process control
PLC programming
Object-oriented programming
HMI
SCADA
SQL
C#
.NET
Python
VFD
Troubleshooting
EMI
EPLAN
Mechanical systems
Regulatory compliance
Control systems
Communication skills

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