Chief Automation Architect, Aerospace Manufacturing

Janicki; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Janicki Industries in Sedro-Woolley, WA, seeks a VP of Automation Engineering to lead a multi-disciplinary team and drive the automation strategy across aerospace manufacturing.

Responsibilities include scaling automated workcells, integrating robotics and PLC/SCADA, ensuring AS9100 compliance, and delivering ROI through capital investments. This on-site role requires collaboration with IT/OT and manufacturing operations, with a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience leading automation in aerospace or precision manufacturing.
• Ability to define roadmaps and manage capital investments.
• Strong knowledge of OT/IT and cybersecurity standards.
• Proven track record with ROI-driven automation projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and own enterprise automation roadmap across facilities.
• Evaluate new automation technologies and build business cases.
• Lead design, integration, and FAT/SAT of automated systems.
• Oversee PLC/SCADA, safety, and OT/IT integration.
• Drive continuous improvement and improve OEE.
• Manage an automation team and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Automation

Robotics

Industrial Automation

ROI Analysis

Tools

Robot OEMs

PLC/SCADA

Job description

Janicki Industries in Sedro-Woolley, WA, seeks a VP of Automation Engineering to lead a multi-disciplinary team and drive the automation strategy across aerospace manufacturing.

Responsibilities include scaling automated workcells, integrating robotics and PLC/SCADA, ensuring AS9100 compliance, and delivering ROI through capital investments. This on-site role requires collaboration with IT/OT and manufacturing operations, with a strong safety mindset.