Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: McHenry, MS
Salary: $143,000–$191,000 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 38 roles within 25 mi

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This role $167k

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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

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The Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems joins the Rocket Motor Systems team to design, commission, and upgrade control systems for high-rate production equipment. This role involves architecting, writing, and debugging Siemens PLC code using Ladder and Structured Text while establishing internal standards for architecture, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs. The engineer will integrate FactoryOS software into production lines, perform root cause analysis for automation failures, and configure servo drives and VFDs. Key technical requirements include proficiency in ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, and Ethernet IP protocols, as well as experience with SCADA systems like Ignition, pneumatic design, and NFPA70e safety practices. The role focuses on solving manufacturing challenges by ensuring reliable automated production of Solid Rocket Motors through robust control system architecture, electrical component selection, and technical mentorship of junior engineers within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Skills

Siemens PLC Structured Text Servo Drives VFDs PID Tuning ProfiNET ProfiSAFE Ethernet IP SCADA Ignition OT Networking NFPA70e Functional Safety Control Systems Electrical Engineering

What you'll do

Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment.
Architect, write, and debug structured Siemens PLC code for high-volume manufacturing applications.
Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve automation failures and ensure reliability.
Install, configure, and tune servo drives and VFDs.
Establish and enforce internal standards for control system architectures and safety compliance.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical direction on integrator-delivered work.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
8+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment.
Expert proficiency in Siemens PLC programming using Ladder and Structured Text.
Proficiency in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, and Ethernet-based communication protocols like ProfiNET and EtherNet/IP.
Proficiency in electrical component selection, wire sizing, circuit protection, heat management, and pneumatic concepts.
Experience with SCADA integration, OT Networking, Risk Assessments, and Controls Safety Design.
Familiarity with NFPA70e electrical safety practices.
Must be a U.S. Person due to export control requirements.
12+ years of experience in controls and automation (preferred).
Experience with SCADA platforms like Ignition, TUV FS Engineer certification, and mentoring engineers (preferred).

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