Launch Equipment Test Facility Controls Engineer
Three Saints Bay
- Kennedy Space Center, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical, or equivalent engineering discipline.
- Ten or more years of experience with 5 years being in the controls field.
- Current U.S. Citizenship is required.
- PLC programming and HMI screen development and testing/debug experience
- Specific experience with Rockwell products such as: ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PlantPAx, Factory Talk Software Suite, Studio 5000, PLC5, SLC500, RSView, PanelView Plus, etc.
- Working knowledge of common industrial networks (MODBUS, EtherCat, EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet.)
- Proficiency in troubleshooting control systems and an understanding of process controls
- Knowledge of VFDs, servos and common system interfaces (CIP, Field buses.)
- Understanding of the National Electric Code and UL 508A
- Ability to create and read Process & Instrumentation drawings (P&IDs.), other mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
- Strong understanding of how things work mechanically and electrically as well as the ability to troubleshoot and learn new equipment processes
- Effective task/project organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills; detail and budget oriented
- Experience with MS Office products
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team skills; self-starter
- Strong communication skills, verbal, written and the ability to listen effectively
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Experience developing system, procurement, and test requirements and plans
- Experience writing Visual Basic scripts
- Proficiency in SCADA development and deployment
- Familiarity with Pro/E - Creo, AutoCAD or equivalent CAD/CAE systems
- Experience developing and implementing detailed control system electrical design packages
- Experience with LabVIEW, instrumentation, and distributed data acquisition systems
- General familiarity with KSC / space launch ground support equipment, processes, procedures, and documentation
- Experience working with Maximo or related work control systems
- Background check
- Applicants selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.
- Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.
- Successful Pass of Bennett Aerospace Background Investigation, Drug Screening and Credit Check.
- Competitive market-based salary, commensurate with experience and education
- Comprehensive benefits package available