Automation Eng Sr Technician

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems • Springboro, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Job Summary Develops, designs, builds and tests robotic platforms from prototype through product commercialization. Creates an integrated autonomous interface, mobility, communication, and human-robot interaction. Works with cross-functional teams to understand opportunities for robotic applications.
Impact of the Role General Profile Requires working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical scientific or operational processes Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods Works with a moderate degree of supervision Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Requirements

• Required education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 2-5 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Mathematic skills.
• Computer skills.
• Technical skills.
• Leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred education and experience: Associate's Degree Discipline/Major: Technical Training
• Exposure to Fanuc Robotics and Yaskawa Motoman robotics experience a plus
• Exposure to Allen Bradley, Siemens and Unitronics PLC’s a plus

Responsibilities

• Assists engineers with the development and implementation of automation systems or components.
• Programs, installs, tests, and maintains robots or automated components.
• Assists in the commissioning and deployment of new automation installations, conducts field trials to ensure appropriate operation, and prepares reports or records documenting actions or findings.
• Investigate and troubleshoots defects or bugs, complete repairs and provides preventative maintenance.
• Trouble shooting using Studio 5000.
• Repairing, installing, and diagnosing sensors/alarms in a production setting.
• Serve as the first level technical response to errors, mechanical, and electrical issues on the process line.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees