Automation & Controls SpecialistDepartment Assembly Integration & TestEmployment Type Full TimeLocation Redondo Beach Compensation 100000 - 140000 yearDescriptionAs an Automation & Controls Specialist at Impulse you will be responsible for the execution and integration of industrial automation and controls systems. This role is hands-on and technical with ownership of electrical installation controls programming system bring-up and close collaboration with engineering on machine and test system development.ResponsibilitiesOwn electrical and controls execution for assigned machines production equipment or test systemsInstall wire and modify industrial controls hardware in accordance with NFPA 70 NFPA 79 and UL 508A standardsProgram and configure industrial controls hardware including PLCs VFDs motor starters and related devicesLead controls system bring-up checkout and validation activitiesTroubleshoot complex electrical controls and instrumentation issuesReview electrical schematics create and own redlines and drive updates back into released drawingsCollaborate with engineering on control architecture device selection and design improvementsUse EPlan to generate reports manufacturing data and documentationProvide technical guidance to technicians on wiring practices and troubleshootingMaintain the electrical shop tools consumables and controls hardware inventoryDocument work performed and update assigned tasks or project trackingMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate7 years of work in a relevant field manufacturingtestR&D7 years working on electrical control systems1 years working on pneumatic andor hydraulic systemsHigh attention to detail and commitment to qualityPreferred Skills and Experience10 years proven experience with EPlan and PLC-based control systems TwinCAT preferred10 years of work in a relevant field manufacturingtestR&DStrong experience supporting systems up to 480 VACStrong electrical and controls troubleshooting skillsAbility to read and interpret electrical schematicsAdditional InformationCompensation bands are determined by role level location and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills education experience technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary for full-time hires you may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and access to medical vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401k retirement plan. Impulse Spaces spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and Export Administration Regulations EAR. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons i.e. U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent U.S. resident green card holder an individual granted asylum in the U.S. or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State Commerce or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.