Controls Eng Technician II

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) seeks a Controls Eng Technician II to implement, test, troubleshoot and improve electronic automation in manufacturing processes on-site in Mesquite, TX. The role covers ladder logic PLCs, HMIs, and data control across various machinery and equipment.

The position requires vocational/technical training with 1–2 years’ experience or an equivalent education/experience mix.

Qualifications

• Requires vocational/technical training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Associate's Degree in a technical field.
• Knowledge of electrical control and automation systems and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supports design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems and prototypes.
• Provides setup, configuration, troubleshooting and repair of control systems.
• Assists with testing of systems, devices, and instruments.
• Documents testing procedures and results following established methods.
• Maintains inventory of testing supplies and tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical troubleshooting

Testing documentation

Control systems knowledge

Education

Vocational/Technical Training

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Tools

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

CAE software

CNC

Job description

Controls Eng Technician II

Job Locations

US-TX-Mesquite

Job Information

• Requisition ID: 2026-37253
• 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're 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

THIS ROLE WILL BE ON-SITE IN MESQUITE, TX Implements, tests, troubleshoots and improves electronic automation and controls systems in manufacturing/production/operations processes to increase production quality, efficiency and volume | Checks control system schematics and specifications and uses software and testing equipment to diagnose and resolve system malfunctions | Develops and defines control system applications for various machinery and equipment using technologies or platforms such as ladder logic programming for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human machine interfaces (HMIs), data control systems (DCSs), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), computerized numerical control (CNC) systems or motion control technology

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines
• Works with close supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Supports the engineering design and development of electrical control and automation systems and devices.
• Provides setup, configuration, troubleshooting and repair of electrical control systems and prototypes.
• Assists with testing of systems, devices, and instruments.
• Documents testing procedures, and measures and records performance results following established methods.
• Maintains the inventory of supplies and tools used for testing and maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 1-2 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: Electronic Equipment Installation. Engineering Support. Laboratory Supply Management. Performance Analysis. Technical Troubleshooting. Testing Result Reporting. Control Systems. Electro-Mechanical Components/Instruments. Test Documentation. Equipment Repairs. Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Software.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• 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.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

Additional Information

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.