Automation & Controls Engineer (Starlink Optical Products)

Redmond, WA · 1+ years experience · Posted Oct 19, 2026

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As a member of the Starlink Optical Payloads Integration & Test team, you will work with elite engineers on high-impact applications to automate production lines for optical payloads.
You will help create the factory of the future for high-volume optical payload production that will maximize Starlink’s impact around the globe and beyond.

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

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or another STEM discipline
1+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of automation and control systems in a manufacturing environment (internships and project work are applicable)
Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
Company shuttles offered for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office

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