Controls Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

4x10 work week (Mon-Thu)

PTO & Holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with HSA

Job summary

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a highly skilled Controls Technician to design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain automation systems for manufacturing. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and associated equipment, collaborating with maintenance and engineering teams across site projects.

Responsibilities include wiring, calibration, panel building, and component replacement. The role requires strong problem-solving, safety awareness, and travel less than 10% as needed on

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Controls Technician in an industrial setting.
• Experience with PLC/HMI programming across multiple platforms.
• Proficient with electrical troublehsooting and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with NFPA79 safety standards for industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and building small to mid-sized automation projects.
• Troubleshoot, program, and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Support and implement automated manufacturing equipment.
• Identify component faults and restore malfunctioning equipment.
• Perform routine calibrations, software backups, and preventive updates.
• Replace faulty I/O modules, sensors, VFDs, and servo controllers.
• Develop robust control systems and wire panels.
• Generate electrical schematic sketches/drawings.
• Communicate with internal and external Nammo teams.
• Travel expected to be less than 10%.
• Other duties as assigned; adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Controls Technician experience

Industrial automation

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Allen Bradley

Siemens Step 7

Automation Direct

NFPA79 safety knowledge

AutoCAD electrical schematics

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Industrial controls hardware

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.

Required

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.