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Job Posting Title Automation Controls Engineer II - Factory Automation Integration

Huntsville, ALFull-time2026-07-30 → 2026-11-11
Based in United StatesCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Design, implement, and deploy automation control systems to integrate new equipment into Blue Origin's manufacturing ecosystem, improving safety, quality, and efficiency of rocket production.

Role type

Automation Controls Engineer II (Factory Integration)

Builds

Automated manufacturing systems, PLC/Robot programs, and SCADA applications for rocket production

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial Automation

Required skills

PLC programming, Robot programming, SCADA integration, electrical system modification, mechanical/electrical drawing interpretation, process simplification, controls software development

Preferred skills

Python or C# development, NC programming (G-code, TP, Karel), controls code version control, electrical verification, metrology systems operation

Technologies

Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Control Logix, Ignition, Kepware, AWS, CNC machines, laser tracking systems

Responsibilities

Integrate new automated equipment into the manufacturing ecosystem; Modify electrical control and safety systems; Debug and modify PLC and Robot programs; Commission SCADA applications; Provide production support for sophisticated manufacturing equipment

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC