BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
- 5+ years of professional experience in a similar role working on power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and generators
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role working on power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and generators
- Ability to read and understand power and control schematics
- Ability to read and understand highly technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals
- Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial pumps
- Experience with controls in MODBUS communication
- Previous experience working as an electrician
- Experience with medium voltage distribution
- Experience with control panel design and production
- Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash
- Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently
- High level of self-motivation, with the ability to work under minimal supervision
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize and schedule workload
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Space Force background checks for Vandenberg
- Overall mental fitness with the ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment requiring prolonged mental concentration (under possible extended work hours)
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Electrical Engineer/Sr.: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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