Automation Eng Sr Technician - 3rd Shift

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT); Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking an experienced Automation Engineering, Sr. Technician for the Lincoln, NE facility on the 3rd shift. The role involves developing, designing, building and testing robotic platforms from prototype to product commercialization.

You will program PLCs, read schematics, and design simple electronic control systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance robotic applications.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree with 2-5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Preferred Associate's Degree.
• Strong communication, deadline management, attention to detail, problem-solving, numerical, computer, technical, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with the development and implementation of automation systems or components.
• Program, install, test, and maintain robots or automated components.
• Assist in commissioning and deployment of new automation installations, conduct field trials and prepare reports.
• Investigate defects or bugs, perform repairs and provide preventative maintenance.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Detail oriented

Problem-solving skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Technical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Associate's Degree

Tools

PLCs

Schematic reading

Robot programming

Control systems design

Job description

Automation Eng Sr Technician - 3rd Shift

Location: US-NE-Lincoln

Requisition ID: 2025-35151

Position Type: Full Time

Position Classification: On-Site

Job Function: Engineering

Company Overview

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 are 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

Sign‑On Bonus: NOW $10,000

We are currently looking for an experienced Automation Engineering, Sr. Technician - 3rd Shift to join our Lincoln, NE organization.

This individual will be required to develop, design, build and test robotic platforms from prototype through product commercialization. Create an integrated autonomous interface, mobility, communication, and human‑robot interaction. Work with cross‑functional teams to understand opportunities for robotic applications.

Manager Specific requests:
- Programs and troubleshoots PLCs and associated control systems.
- Reads and understands equipment schematics.
- Designs simple electronic control systems, specifies control equipment, builds and installs control systems.

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

Essential Functions

• 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 troubleshoot defects or bugs, complete repairs and provides preventative maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 2-5 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Associate's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Technical Training Preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Detail oriented. Problem‑solving skills. Mathematical skills. Computer skills. Technical skills. Leadership skills.

Physical Requirements

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.