Automation Engineering Manager — Lead Smart Manufacturing

armtecdefensetechnologies; Coachella (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA with company contribution

FSA (Medical & Dependent Care)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Armtec Defense Technologies in Coachella, CA, seeks an Automation Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers in designing, implementing, and optimizing automated manufacturing systems. You will drive projects from concept to deployment, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor staff.

The role requires a bachelor’s in automation, electrical, mechanical, CS, mechatronics, or related field, plus 5 years of experience, strong communication, and ability to manage budgets and cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written presentation skills are required.
• Experience with automation projects and cross‑functional teams is preferred.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with production, quality, and supervision teams.
• Report project status and risks to leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and review designs for automation projects.
• Coordinate resources and outsourcing to meet deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety requirements.
• Develop process documents (SOW, validation plans) for project execution.
• Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in productivity and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in automation, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, mechatronics, or a related technical field

Job description

Armtec Defense Technologies in Coachella, CA, seeks an Automation Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers in designing, implementing, and optimizing automated manufacturing systems. You will drive projects from concept to deployment, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor staff.

The role requires a bachelor’s in automation, electrical, mechanical, CS, mechatronics, or related field, plus 5 years of experience, strong communication, and ability to manage budgets and cross‑functional