Senior Automation Controls Engineer

ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We’ve set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0. 

Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.

Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.

SENIOR AUTOMATION CONROLS ENGINEER 

As an Automation Controls Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing the controls architecture for a range of different subsystems within ABL. This can range from DAQ systems that test components that go on the rocket as well as designing & automating ground systems that support rocket launches. You will be working with many teams within ABL to Identify the needs, collect requirements, design, document, build and hand off fully automated systems. Some of these systems will be Integrated In remote locations so some travel will be expected during the Integration phases of these projects. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designing fully automated complex systems from scratch.
• Selecting components for your designs (VFDS, contactors, relays, PLC's, IO modules, signal conditioners)
• Create IO lists, electrical schematics, panel layouts and Bill of Materials.
• Creating work procedures to get your designs built and integrated by technicians.
• Perform load calcs (electrical and heat) for control panels.
• Integration, startup, and test of control systems. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors or Masters degree In EE, ME or applicable engineering field
• 8+ years of experience designing electrical control systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with 24VDC, 120/208/240/480VAC, WYE and Delta systems.
• Proven track record of designing complex electrical control systems.
• Experience with Beckhoff PLCs, Twincat, Ethercat and Profinet.
• Ability to select Industrial sensors and collect data from them. (Pressure transducers, proximity switches, strain gauges, thermocouples etc...)
• Ability to mentor engineers and technicians.
• Extensive knowledge of with NFPA70 & 79
• Experience with FMEAs.
• Experience with temperature and pressure controllers.
• Experience with NFPA70 article 500, class 1, division 2 electrical design.
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition, up to 100kHz.
• Experience with 91-710.
• Experience with designing redundant control systems that are single fault tolerant.
• Experience designing safety circuits, selecting components, and performing safety validations.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• Critical thinking: ABL engineers understand the “why” behind all design decisions, operational events and test outcomes.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity: ABL engineers must be comfortable defining their own pathway to an objective.
• End-to end ownership: projects are delivered fully complete and ready for flight.
• As Automation controls engineer you need to have a good sense of safety for your designs as well as when performing work on control panels and job sites.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.