- BS or technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience working with PLCs in an industrial environment.
- Strong hands-on experience modifying and troubleshooting existing PLC code (not only new development).
- Experience working with OEM equipment and external machine vendors.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP).
- Experience with motion control, drives, sensors, and industrial I/O.
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and supporting live production equipment.
Extra points for the following
- Experience with roll-to-roll (R2R) or web-handling equipment.
- Background in thin-film PV, semiconductor, display, or vacuum-based manufacturing.
- Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, HMI, and safety PLCs.
- Familiarity with vacuum systems, heaters, pumps, mass-flow controllers, or power supplies.
- Experience improving legacy control systems or reverse-engineering OEM logic.
- Understanding of machine safety standards (e.g., interlocks, E-stops, safety relays/PLCs).
Additional Requirements This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment - flexibility to occasionally work extended hours or weekends during critical periods is expected.
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Arlington, TX office.
We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.
E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
Why E-Space is right for you
As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals.
In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.
We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:
- An opportunity to really make a difference
- Sustainability at our core
- Fair and honest workplace
- Innovative thinking is encouraged
- Competitive salaries
- Continuous learning and development
- Health and wellness care options
- Financial solutions for the future
- Optional legal services (US only)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off