Controls Technician

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc Career Center; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Four 10-hour days (Mon-Thu)

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Controls Technician to design and build automation panels, program PLC/HMI/SCADA, and troubleshoot manufacturing systems.

The role collaborates with maintenance, mechanical engineering, and IT teams and emphasizes hands-on learning. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience with industrial automation and be proficient across Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, and Siemens Step 7 platforms, with strong safety awareness and a willingness to

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Controls Technician.
• Industrial environment experience with complex systems.
• PLC and HMI programming across multiple platforms (Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, Siemens Step 7).
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Understand actuators, sensors, and motors.
• Can discuss technical issues with external resources.
• Self-motivated to stay at automation forefront via training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and building small to mid-sized automation projects.
• Troubleshoot, program, and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to resolve faults.
• Support and implement automated manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and replace faulty components.
• Perform calibrations, backups, and preventive updates on networks.
• Build and wire panels and generate electrical schematics.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Industrial automation

Electrical wiring

AutoCAD electrical

NFPA79 knowledge

Safety systems

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc., a defense contractor, is the primary USA operation of the Nammo Group (Nammo AS). Nammo Defense Systems Inc. (NDS) develops, manufactures, and supports Shoulder Launched Munitions (SLMs), energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aerospace structures.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Controls Technician will be responsible for panel building, PLC programing, robotic programing, servo programing, and troubleshooting exiting systems associated with the manufacturing processes at the Nammo Mesa site. Common types of equipment include custom automation and commercially purchased systems. Experience with wiring, robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and a strong mechanical aptitude is required. The controls technician will work directly with maintenance, mechanical engineers, tool design, I.T., and manufacturing. Projects will vary from small-scale projects to assisting in large-scale team projects. This is a hands-on position which will require constant learning.

How you will be rewarded as our Controls Technician

• Competitive compensation
• Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days (off on Fridays)
• Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in designing and building small to mid-sized automation projects.
• Troubleshoot, program, and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to resolve operational faults.
• Support and implementation of automated manufacturing equipment.
• Equipment troubleshooting, identify component faults, and restore malfunctioning equipment
• Perform routine calibrations, software backups, and preventive updates on automation networks.
• Replace faulty I/O modules, sensors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and servo controllers.
• Develop easy to use, robust control systems.
• Generate electrical schematic sketches/drawings.
• Build and wire panels.
• Communicate with respective teams both internal and external to Nammo.
• Travel expected to be less than 10%.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 5+ years’ experience as a Controls Technician.
• Demonstrated experience in an industrial environment showing ability to learn and troubleshoot complex systems.
• .Experience in PLC and HMI programming with multiple hardware platforms including Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, and Siemens Step 7
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
• Understanding various types of actuators, sensors, and motors.
• Ability or willingness to seek out and discuss technical issues with outside resources when needed.
• Aptitude for quickly determining novel solutions for complex problems using available resources.
• Self-starter with a desire to stay on the cutting edge of automation technology from continuous development both through self-guided learning and available training courses.
• Ability to work with others to accurately define scope and estimate time required to complete projects.
• Working knowledge of NFPA79 Industrial Machinery Electrical Safety Standard.
• Working knowledge of safety system design and deployment including safety hazard assessment, safety rated device selection, and interlocking safety zones.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Prior experience creating as-built AutoCAD electrical schematics
• Ability to obtain ATF Processor license.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Leadership or teamwork abilities.
• Self-management and time management.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time on-site position.
• This position may require travel on an as-needed basis.
• This position may require working in diverse settings or conditions.

Note

Due to US Export Control laws and regulations; applicants selected for employment must show proof of a U.S. Person status before employment may begin.