Automation & Controls Engineer
Core
Designing and implementing electromechanical automation systems and production tooling to support high-volume satellite manufacturing.
Role type
Automation & Controls Engineer (Manufacturing)
Builds
Production automation assemblies, robotics, and control systems for satellite manufacturing lines.
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
electromechanical automation design, PLC programming, HMI strategy, robotics integration, computer vision, process control, CAD (NX), GD&T, reading engineering drawings, hands-on hardware assembly
Preferred skills
industrial automation hardware experience, space/defense manufacturing background, manufacturability design, production process development, technician collaboration
Technologies
PLC, HMI, Robotics, CAD (NX), Computer Vision
Responsibilities
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and production engineers to ensure seamless production automation; Design and develop production tooling electromechanical automation assemblies; Own hands-on buildout, activation, and qualification of automation and controls projects; Implement HMI strategy and PLC automation for machine operation; Understand build flow and process control to increase production takt rate and first pass yield
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC