Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril-1; McHenry (MS); On-site; USD 143,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in McHenry, Mississippi, is seeking a Staff Controls Engineer to design and upgrade control systems for solid rocket motor production equipment. You will architect Siemens PLC code, ensure maintainability, and enforce safety and regulatory standards across production lines.

Lead root-cause analysis, integrate FactoryOS, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and improve reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of controls and automation in a production environment
• Expert in Siemens PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text)
• Proficient with servo drives and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS
• Strong knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols (ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, Ethernet IP)
• Experience with SCADA/OT Networking and electrical safety practices (NFPA70e)
• U.S. Person due to access to export controlled information or facilities

Responsibilities

• Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment
• Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code with maintainable structure for high-volume manufacturing
• Generate and enforce internal standards for control architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
• Integrate FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures
• Install, configure, and tune servo drives / VFDs
• Mentor junior controls engineers and provide technical direction on integrator-delivered work

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

Servo drive configuration

Ethernet/IP/ProfiNET/ProfiSAFE

SCADA/OT networking

Electrical component selection

Risk Assessments & Safety Design

NFPA70e electrical safety

Pneumatic concepts

Education

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

Tools

Ignition SCADA

Perspective

Tag Historian

Job description

Staff Controls 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 Staff Controls Engineer 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 design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design, commission, and upgrade control systems for Solid Rocket Motor production equipment
• Architect, write, and debug Siemens PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable for high-volume manufacturing applications
• Generate and enforce internal standards for control systems architectures, regulatory compliance, and safety buyoffs
• Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability
• Install, configure, and tune servo drives / VFDs
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor junior controls engineers and provide technical direction on integrator-delivered work

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
• Expert in Siemens PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text)
• Proficient in servo drive and VFD configuration, PID tuning, STO/SS, etc.
• Strong knowledge of ethernet based communication protocols (ProfiNET, ProfiSAFE, Ethernet IP.)
• Proficient with electrical component selection and a solid foundation of wire sizing, circuit protection, and heat management in control cabinets.
• Experience integrating with SCADA and OT Networking
• Experience with performing Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design
• Proficient with pneumatic concepts and design
• 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
• Experience with control panel layout, electrical component selection, and cable routing
• Electrical troubleshooting up to 600VAC.
• Experience with SCADA platforms such as Ignition, including Perspective and tag historian configuration
• TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)
• Experience mentoring engineers and setting controls standards across a facility

US Salary Range

$143,000 - $191,000 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 .