Manager Automation Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril; McHenry (IL, MS); On-site; USD 126,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in McHenry, MS is seeking a Manager, Automation Engineering for the Rocket Motor Systems facility. You will lead the Controls Engineering team, own automation portfolios, and drive capital projects for high-rate solid rocket motor production.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, 8+ years in controls and automation, and proven experience with Siemens PLCs, SCADA, and functional safety. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment.
• Experience with Siemens PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text).
• Experience owning scope, budget, and schedule for capital and continuous improvement projects.
• Experience with Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design.
• Experience integrating with SCADA and OT Networking.
• Familiar with NFPA70e electrical safety practices.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, grow, and develop the Controls Engineering team for Solid Rocket Motor production in McHenry, MS.
• Plan, budget, and track capital and CI projects for automation and controls.
• Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to represent controls on projects.
• Own and enforce internal standards for control system architecture and documentation.
• Oversee functional safety projects including risk assessments and safety buyoffs.
• Provide visibility to HQ on controls project status and schedule risk.
• Direct root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation downtime.

Skills

Controls leadership

SCADA integration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC programming (Ladder, Structured Text)

Job description

Manager Automation Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

McHenry, Mississippi, United States

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Rocket Motor Systems team is seeking a Manager, Automation Engineering to join our team. The Rocket Motor Systems team is designing and commissioning automated equipment for high rate production of Solid Rocket Motors at our plant in McHenry, MS. In this role, you will lead the Controls Engineering team and own the automation and controls project portfolio for the facility.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead, grow, and develop the Controls Engineering team supporting Solid Rocket Motor production in McHenry, MS, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management
• Plan, budget, and track capital and continuous improvement projects for automation and controls at the facility
• Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure controls scope, schedule, and staffing are represented on all facility projects
• Own and enforce internal standards for control system architecture, documentation, and regulatory compliance across the facility
• Oversee functional safety projects including risk assessments, safety system design reviews, and safety buyoffs for production equipment
• Provide visibility to HQ on controls project status, schedule risk, and plant events that impact automation
• Direct root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation downtime, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• Working knowledge of Siemens PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text)
• Experience owning scope, budget, and schedule for capital and continuous improvement projects
• Experience with performing Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design
• Experience integrating with SCADA and OT Networking
• Familiar with NFPA70e electrical safety practices
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 12+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
• 2+ years of experience managing engineers, technicians, or integrators
• TUV FS Engineercertification (Functional Safety of Machinery)
• Experience building a controls organization in a new or ramping production facility
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and safety committees

US Salary Range

$126,000 - $167,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .

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As set forth in Anduril Industries's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.