Senior Controls Engineer Technician – Onsite Automation

General Dynamics OTS; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is seeking an on-site specialist in Mesquite, TX to implement, test, troubleshoot, and improve electronic automation and controls in manufacturing. You will verify schematics, use testing equipment, and define control system applications across PLCs, HMIs, DCSs, SCADA, CNC, or motion control platforms.

The role supports engineering design, configuration, troubleshooting, and documentation of performance results, contributing to production

Qualifications

• Required education: Vocational/Technical Training Degree with 2–5 years' experience or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in a technical discipline.
• Discipline/Major: Technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Electronic Equipment Installation

Engineering Support

Laboratory Supply Management

Performance Analysis

Technical Troubleshooting

Testing Result Reporting

Control Systems

Electro-Mechanical Components

Test Documentation

Equipment Repairs

CA E Software

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Associate's Degree

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is seeking an on-site specialist in Mesquite, TX to implement, test, troubleshoot, and improve electronic automation and controls in manufacturing. You will verify schematics, use testing equipment, and define control system applications across PLCs, HMIs, DCSs, SCADA, CNC, or motion control platforms.

The role supports engineering design, configuration, troubleshooting, and documentation of performance results, contributing to production