Controls and Automation Engineer III

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Develop, implement, and support automation solutions, including the line supervision system (SCADA), Line Management System (LMS), and manufacturing automation equipment. Design and develop control panels incorporating industry standards and best practices including UL. Program, configure, and support PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and other control systems for new developments and improvement to existing systems to optimize manufacturing processes and product quality. Troubleshoot and maintain automation equipment, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Collaborative Mobile Robots (CMRs), to ensure operational efficiency and reliability. Support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Operations Excellence team to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality. Liaise with stakeholders, including Quality, Configuration Management, Industrial Management, Production, and Design Engineering teams to implement design and process changes, manage non-conformances, and coordinate maintenance activities. Provide technical support, training, and expertise in SCADA, LMS, AGVs, and related systems to ensure smooth operation and integration. Serve as the technical expert for SCADA, LMS, CMR and AGV systems, supporting manufacturing engineers and addressing troubleshooting needs. Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, satellite configurations, and procedural requirements. Coordinate with various departments to facilitate design and process changes, non-conformance management, and anomaly resolution. Support and lead the repair and maintenance activities for manufacturing systems and equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial Automation) or related discipline.
5+ years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience designing control panels that meet UL certification requirements.
Proficient in PLC programming, particularly with Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms.
Proficient in SCADA systems, ideally Wonderware System Platform and Inductive Automation Ignition.
Strong understanding of database management (preferably Microsoft SQL Server).
Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio.
Familiarity with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV).
Familiarity with quality management systems.
Familiarity with SAP.
Familiar with Solid works, AutoCAD or similar.
Excellent system engineering, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Effective communication skills, capable of engaging with various organizational levels and cultural backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Focus on automated test systems and spacecraft/satellites manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and support automation solutions, including the line supervision system (SCADA), Line Management System (LMS), and manufacturing automation equipment.
Design and develop control panels incorporating industry standards and best practices including UL.
Program, configure, and support PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and other control systems for new developments and improvement to existing systems to optimize manufacturing processes and product quality.
Troubleshoot and maintain automation equipment, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Collaborative Mobile Robots (CMRs), to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Operations Excellence team to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality.
Liaise with stakeholders, including Quality, Configuration Management, Industrial Management, Production, and Design Engineering teams to implement design and process changes, manage non-conformances, and coordinate maintenance activities.
Provide technical support, training, and expertise in SCADA, LMS, AGVs, and related systems to ensure smooth operation and integration.
Serve as the technical expert for SCADA, LMS, CMR and AGV systems, supporting manufacturing engineers and addressing troubleshooting needs.
Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, satellite configurations, and procedural requirements.
Coordinate with various departments to facilitate design and process changes, non-conformance management, and anomaly resolution.
Support and lead the repair and maintenance activities for manufacturing systems and equipment.