Automation & Controls Specialist
Company: Impulse Space
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description As an Automation &
Controls Specialist at Impulse , you will be responsible for the
execution and integration of industrial automation and controls
systems. This role is hands-on and technical, with ownership of
electrical installation, controls programming, system bring-up, and
close collaboration with engineering on machine and test system
development. Responsibilities Own electrical and controls execution
for assigned machines, production equipment, or test systems
Install, wire, and modify industrial controls hardware in
accordance with NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards Program and
configure industrial controls hardware, including PLCs, VFDs, motor
starters, and related devices Lead controls system bring-up,
checkout, and validation activities Troubleshoot complex
electrical, controls, and instrumentation issues Review electrical
schematics; create and own redlines and drive updates back into
released drawings Collaborate with engineering on control
architecture, device selection, and design improvements Use EPlan
to generate reports, manufacturing data, and documentation Provide
technical guidance to technicians on wiring practices and
troubleshooting Maintain the electrical shop, tools, consumables,
and controls hardware inventory Document work performed and update
assigned tasks or project tracking Minimum Qualifications High
school diploma or equivalency certificate 7 years of work in a
relevant field (manufacturing/test/R &D) 7 years working on
electrical control systems 1 years working on pneumatic and/or
hydraulic systems High attention to detail and commitment to
quality Preferred Skills and Experience 10 years' proven experience
with EPlan and PLC-based control systems (TwinCAT preferred) 10
years of work in a relevant field (manufacturing/test/R &D)
Strong experience supporting systems up to 480 VAC Strong
electrical and controls troubleshooting skills Ability to read and
interpret electrical schematics Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and
alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is
determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on
job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities
and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time
hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the
form of stock options , and access to medical, vision & dental
coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan . Impulse
Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export
regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations
(ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position
requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen,
U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder),
an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted
in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export
license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other
applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR
here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment
with Impulse Space 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.
Keywords: Impulse Space, Glendora , Automation & Controls Specialist, Engineering , Redondo Beach, California
