Automation Engineering Manager, Manufacturing M19

Ralliant; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

Health Insurance (medical, dental, etc

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Ralliant Corporation is seeking a senior Manufacturing IT/Automation leader to deploy MES, lead data-driven improvements, and integrate ERP, PLM, and payroll with MES. You will architect data flows, workflows, and automated solutions while guiding a high-performing automation team.

You will drive lifecycle management, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor end-users across manufacturing. This is a blue-chip role in a fast-paced environment that values Kaizen and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• APIs, system integration, and cloud platforms (AWS, GovCloud, Azure, GCP).
• SQL fluency with hands-on data extraction for analytics.
• 10+ years’ experience with software and/or automation projects.
• MS Office: Word, Excel, Power, Access, Visio, Project.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML tools such as OpenAI, Azure AI, etc.
• Interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration and supplier engagement.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and practices a must.
• 5+ years experience with Aegis and/or Oracle MES systems a plus.
• Experience with Kaizen and continuous improvement tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of MES and related systems.
• Harvest manufacturing data for reporting (yield, cycle times, productivity).
• Design and deploy data warehousing, dashboards, and automated equipment.
• Manage software lifecycle from proto to manufacturing phase within 6 months.
• Create workflows and programs to automate solutions (e.g., label printing).
• Develop solutions using databases (Oracle, SQL Server) and programming (C#, .NET, JS, JSON).
• Lead change management, train end-users, ensure system reliability.
• Ensure MES complies with GMP, MIL, ISO9001/AS9100.

Skills

APIs & system integration

SQL fluency

AI/ML tools experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering / Computer Science / Software Engineering / Data Analytics / Math

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

C#

.NET

JavaScript

JSON

AWS / GovCloud / Azure / GCP

OpenAI / Azure AI

Job description

Responsibilities:

• 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 reliability
• Ensure MES solutions comply with GMP, MIL and ISO9001/AS9100 standards.
• Lead a high performing automation team responsible for improving manufacturing productivity
• Conduct regular system audits and upgrades as necessary
• Integrate ERP, PLM, Payroll systems with MES system
• Lead and implement automated data integration with equipment/MES

Qualifications – 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 analytics
• 10+ years’ experience with SW and/or Automation projects
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, Power, Access, Visio, and Project
• Hands-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 plus
• Experience with Kaizen and continuous improvement tools a plus

Education and Experience:

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, and/or Math

Benefits:

• PTO
• 401K
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental 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 Overview

Ralliant, 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 EMC

Pacific 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-diversity

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 130200.00-241800.00

Is 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.