Lead, Data & Control Systems Engineering

Description:

The Factory Test team designs, builds, and operates the infrastructure needed to test nearly every part of Terran R right here at our headquarters in Long Beach, CA. This centralized approach provides engineers and technicians with exposure to the entire product lifecycle across a wide range of part sizes and complexities. The scope and scale are significant, with test stands capable of handling millions of pounds of force. Team members lead multiple projects in parallel, avoiding silos and gaining broad technical experience without needing a background in aerospace. With high-impact campaigns ahead, now is the time to join. You won’t just execute, but you’ll help shape and scale the test infrastructure required to meet the demands of a rapidly growing launch program.

About The Role

• Design, build, and operate a diverse set of world class testing assets
• Foster the growth and development of high-performance engineering teams, in partnership with the Factory Test leadership team
• Lead the DACS hardware group in the development, deployment, and maintenance of our data and control systems
• Responsible for technical mentorship and talent development of your team. Your role will entail both deep technical and people leadership responsibilities
• Liaison and advocate with our various software and partner electrical teams
• Responsible for allocating resources, providing technical direction, and enforcing best practices within your team

About You

• 5+ years of experience developing, activating, and troubleshooting electrical and software systems
• Fundamental understanding of low voltage, DC electronics
• Familiarity with data and control systems (SCADA, PLC’s, NI, Beckhoff, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and gain consensus with incomplete information and many stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate risks in complex systems. * Strong desire to mentor, teach, and support career growth of others
• No previous aerospace experience is required