Manufacturing Automation Tech (Sustainment)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•$43,400 - $82,600•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the development, deployment, and sustainment of advanced manufacturing automation across multiple sites. The Automation Technician will work hands-on with automated equipment, contributing to programming, process optimization, and troubleshooting to enable reliable, high-quality production. This position is ideal for someone with experience in industrial automation systems, with opportunities to support a variety of manufacturing processes including electronic assembly.

Requirements

AA/AS degree (or equivalent technical training) or 5+ years of relevant experience
Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems or automated manufacturing equipment

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLCs, sensors, I/O systems, robotics, or motion-controlled equipment (specifically Allen Bradely Controls Hardware and Fanuc Robots)
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a production environment
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, process documentation, and equipment manuals
Experience programming or supporting automated manufacturing equipment
Experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradely ControlLogix/CompactLogix and Omron NX Series), HMI interfaces (Ignition and Omron), or Robotic Systems (Fanuc Industrial and CRX Collaborative and Omron TM Series).
Experience with manufacturing processes such as coating, dispensing, soldering, or assembly (electronics experience a plus)
Familiarity with SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition)
Experience supporting multi-site or scalable manufacturing deployments

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and optimize programs and recipes for automated manufacturing equipment
Support installation, startup, and qualification of new automation systems
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across motion systems, sensors, pneumatics, and material-handling systems
Configure and maintain equipment parameters to ensure consistent process performance and product quality
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve throughput, cycle time, and yield
Create and maintain documentation for processes, programs, and change control
Train operators and technicians on equipment operation and best practices
Support standardization and replication of automation solutions across multiple sites
Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation assistance