Factory Automation Engineer, Consumer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX, founded with the vision of making humanity a multi-planetary species, is seeking a Factory Automation Engineer for their Starlink consumer hardware division. This role is crucial in developing and implementing automation solutions for high-volume manufacturing of Starlink satellite receivers that provide internet access to millions of users worldwide.

The position combines software engineering, robotics, and industrial automation, requiring expertise in PLC programming, machine design, and safety systems implementation. You'll be working in SpaceX's Bastrop facility, contributing to the company's vertically integrated manufacturing approach that enables rapid innovation and deployment.

As a Factory Automation Engineer, you'll lead creative, multi-disciplinary projects spanning machine design, robotics, motion systems, and factory health monitoring. Your work will directly impact the production efficiency of consumer electronics manufacturing in the tens of millions, helping SpaceX achieve its mission of providing global internet coverage.

The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in engineering principles, experience with industrial automation systems, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and technical excellence, while maintaining SpaceX's commitment to in-house engineering and production.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of space technology and consumer electronics, contributing to one of the most ambitious technological projects in modern history. You'll be involved in developing sophisticated yet user-friendly factory solutions that help bring internet connectivity to underserved communities worldwide.