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United Launch Alliance (ULA) · 12 hours ago

Controls Engineer 4

Decatur, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

United Launch Alliance is the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company. The Controls Engineer 4 will design, develop, and implement control systems for automated industrial machinery and processes, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.

AerospaceSpace TravelTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop processes and procedures to govern and lead standardization and optimization for controls throughout Production Operations

Design control systems for new products and upgrades to existing ones, including developing control algorithms and software

Conduct system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of control systems to ensure proper functionality

Create and maintain technical documentation, such as wiring diagrams, schematics, and operation manuals

Develop and maintain configuration management of controls backups plantwide

Ensure systems are designed and implemented in accordance with relevant safety and industry standards

Partner with IT Security on security compliance including DFARS requirements for government contracts

Provide training and support to other teams on the operation and maintenance of control systems

Evaluate existing processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions

Camera System development and installation for future automation projects

Qualification

PLC programmingControl theory principlesDFARS complianceSiemens knowledgeKuka/Fanuc experienceCognex Vision knowledgeElectrical schematicsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork skillsProject management

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Controls or Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field from an accredited college or university

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

A strong understanding of control theory principles

Proficiency in PLC programming

Knowledge and experience with Siemens, Kuka/Fanuc, and/or Cognex Vision

Experience with off line programming

Experience with electrical schematics

Experience with DFARS compliance

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective communication and teamwork skills across all disciplines

Basic understanding of project management