Sr Controls Engineer

Job description

Astra’s mission is to improve life on Earth from space by creating a healthier and more connected planet. Today, Astra offers one of the lowest cost-per-launch dedicated orbital launch services, and one of the industry’s leading flight-proven electric propulsion systems for satellites, the Astra Spacecraft Engine. The Opportunity: As a Controls Engineer at Astra, you’ll design and implement the control systems that power our automated test and production equipment. From scripting control sequences for custom test stands to developing software that drives complex electromechanical systems, you’ll play a critical role in enabling safe, scalable, and efficient operations across our facilities. You’ll collaborate closely with hardware engineers, test operators, software developers, and production teams to deliver robust, maintainable, and safety-compliant solutions that work in the real world – on real hardware. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, loves debugging systems, and enjoys building automation from the ground up. How You'll Fulfill Your Mission: - Control System Design: Architect, implement, and maintain control systems for factory and test in...