Automation Engineering Manager, Manufacturing M19

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

PacSci EMC in Hollister, CA is seeking an Automation Engineering Manager to lead a team that designs, deploys, and maintains automation and MES systems in Manufacturing Engineering. The role focuses on digital transformation, data integrity, and product quality.

You will drive MES deployment, data warehousing, dashboards, and automated equipment, while ensuring GMP and ISO9001/AS9100 compliance and training end-users across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a STEM field or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in software/automation projects.
• Strong understanding of APIs, system integration, and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage automation team within Manufacturing Engineering.
• Deploy MES and ensure data integrity and GMP/ISO compliance.
• Develop data warehousing, dashboards, and automation for reporting (yield, cycle times).
• Oversee Software Lifecycle Management from prototype to manufacturing release.
• Integrate ERP/PLM with MES and automate data exchanges.
• Train end-users and perform system audits and upgrades.

Skills

APIs

System integration

Cloud platforms

SQL

AI/ML tools

Interpersonal skills

Quality management

MES systems

Education

B.S. in STEM

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

C#/.NET

JavaScript

JSON

Oracle MES

MS Office

ERP integration

PLM integration

OpenAI/Azure AI

Job description

Hollister, CA, United StatesResponsibilities:As the Automation Engineering Manager, Manufacturing, you will lead and manage a team which will create, execute, and administrate automation and applications within the Manufacturing Engineering department. Goal is to digitally transform and automate operations in manufacturing maintaining data integrity and product quality.Administer and lead deployment of Manufacturing Execution System (MES)Harvest process and manufacturing data for reporting such as yield, cycle times, productivity.Lead design and deployment of data warehousing, dashboards, and automated equipment.Create a controlled environment for applications development and release from proto phase through manufacturing phase (Software Lifecycle Management) within 6 months of joining team.Lead creation of workflows and/or programs in manufacturing to automate solutions such as automatic label printing.Configure and develop solutions using Databases (Oracle, SQL Server, etc.) and programming skills (such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, JSON)Lead change management, train end-users, and ensure ongoing system reliabilityEnsure MES solutions comply with GMP, MIL and ISO9001/AS9100 standards.Lead a high performing automation team responsible for improving manufacturing productivityConduct regular system audits and upgrades as necessaryIntegrate ERP, PLM, Payroll systems with MES systemLead and implement automated data integration with equipment/MESQualifications – External/internal:Strong understanding of APIs, system integration, and cloud platforms (AWS, GovCloud, Azure, GCP)SQL fluency is a must. Hands-on experience with using SQL to pull data for complex analytics10+ years’ experience with SW and/or Automation projectsGood working knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, Power, Access, Visio, and ProjectHands-on experience with AI/ML tools such as OpenAI, Azure AI, etc.Interpersonal skills promoting effective interaction with other staff, customers, and suppliers.Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and practices a must.5+ Experience with Aegis and/or Oracle MES systems a plusExperience with Kaizen and continuous improvement tools a plusEducation and Experience:B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, and/or MathBenefits:PTO401KHealth Insurance (medical, dental, optical)Tuition reimbursementParental leave (mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents)In addition to the benefits, you’d expect we also offer flexibility, stability, and prosperity:A bonus payment for all associates, paid quarterly, based on performance and behavior metrics.70 years of trend setters & trail blazers with new products.Promote from within culture.Opportunity to move vertically or laterally.A culture where we all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together, for each other, for our customers, and for the world.A team that you can depend on every day & like each other enough to hang out after work.Ralliant Corporation OverviewRalliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.About PacSci EMCPacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversityPay RangeThe salary range for this position (in local currency) is 130200.00-241800.00Is this role subject to ITAR?The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.