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SalaryAutomation Engineer
About Urban Sky:
Urban Sky is a venture-backed aerospace startup that pioneers the utilization of the stratosphere and reimagines the way humans view and analyze the earth. We design, build, operate, and sell stratospheric balloon systems, and the data we collect supports a wide range of applications, from real-time wildfire monitoring to urban mapping. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a weekly basis.
Our team consists of engineers, makers, developers, and doers who believe in the power of human potential when passion meets utility within a small, supportive team. At Urban Sky we strive to create a team culture grounded in candor, inclusion, respect and empowerment.
We aim to build the next chapter of stratospheric history in Denver and are seeking self-starting, open-minded, and hard-working team members.
About The Role:
Urban Sky manufactures stratospheric balloons and unique high altitude payload systems almost entirely at our facility in Denver, CO. The company is in a period of rapid growth, and over the next year we plan to substantially increase the rate at which we manufacture our balloon systems. We are looking for an Automation Engineer with an interest in machine design and machine controls to help implement and maintain several automation systems and new balloon manufacturing stations.
Working in this role at Urban Sky offers unparalleled autonomy and ownership. As the company grows quickly, the candidate will have a unique opportunity to shape the hardware that becomes the foundation of future manufacturing equipment and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, prototype, build and support unique large manufacturing equipment for building high altitude balloons
Work with machine integrators to specify and develop the PLC control programing and HMIs for various automated production processes
Generate and maintain detailed 3D CAD of manufacturing equipment
Work with software team to collect manufacturing data (SCADA) and integrate the data into company ERP system
Collaborate with Electrical Engineers for mechanical - electrical integrations
Collaborate with manufacturing technicians to document and improve equipment
Operate independently towards project-level goals without day-to-day direction
Requirements:
2+ years of automation experience
Proficient with a mechanical CAD software such as Solidworks or Onshape
Must be US Citizen
Must be located in or willing to relocate to Denver, CO
Nice-to-Haves:
Start-up experience
Experience manufacturing soft goods
Fabrication experience in a shop environment
Benefits:
Salary $80,000 - $120,000 per year
We are required to post this salary range per Colorado law. Your salary will be determined based on your abilities and experience.
Stock Options
Medical, Vision and Dental
Unlimited Vacation Days
Cell Phone Bill Stipend
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes that they have the skills and the passion necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Urban Sky is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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