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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
HVAC PROGRAMMER
The HVAC Programmer at SpaceX works in a fast-paced environment, where the extraordinary becomes the everyday. The HVAC Programmer develops and integrates new and or existing applications into the technical infrastructure and existing business processes. The HVAC Programmer will create and provide a complete programming package to the System Manager/Team. The package includes but is not limited to a Sequence of Operation, Virtual Points, pre-tested programming and onsite Functional Test for assigned projects. This will involve training the technician team on how to interact with the control systems and overall helping improve all controls and automation for critical systems at the Starbase facility.
Set up process to write all programs and virtual points
Work in conjunction with engineers, environmental control system/HVAC lead and/or manager in order to produce controller and graphical software that will meet or exceed engineers, environmental control system/HVAC lead and/or manager’s expectations
Incorporate third party software into the design of building environmental control automation systems
Identify and obtain the necessary components to network the building automation system workstations; configure the software necessary to network the workstations
Set-up virtual and/or physical test system to test all programming prior to release to the field
Create functional test checkout sheets to be included in specialist checkout books
Provide technical support before, during and after system installation to the engineers, environmental control system/HVAC lead and/or manager regarding environmental control automation system
Provide recommendations to both engineering and technical teams as to how to make the environmental control automation systems more reliable
Provide in-house software support and assist in maintenance of existing system software
Provide onsite assistance at critical facilities with functional testing as required
Perform administrative duties such as expense reports, documentation of detail issues and time spent on tasks within work order system, writing weekly reports, acquiring vendor quotes, submitting purchase orders, etc.
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical systems and control systems
3+ years of experience programming HVAC control strategies
Associate degree or 1-2 years of vocational technical training
Specialized skill training/certification
Strong leadership and organizational skills
4+ years of experience with Johnson Controls or Andover Controls or Siemens Controls
Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrates a high sense of urgency
Able to work autonomously
Willingness to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed
Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects
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.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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