Nammo Defense Systems Inc., a defense contractor, manufactures and supports shoulder-fired systems; energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, medium & large caliber ammunitions, mortar ammunition; and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aero-structures.
At Nammo Defense Systems, we take seriously our core values of Precision, Dedication and Care. We are seeking an NDS Controls Engineer to join our Operations team.
How you will be rewarded as an NDS Controls Engineer:
• Hourly pay depends on experience• Medical, dental, vision, STD. LTD, 401k, employee assistance programs, flexible spend account• Generous paid time off plan and holiday pay• Work week Monday - Thursday 4 - 10 hour days, OFF Fridays
What you will do as an NDS Controls Engineer:
Position Summary:
Nammo is seeking a Controls Engineer to join the operations team at the Nammo Defense Mesa, Arizona site. The Controls Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the controls system associated with the manufacturing processes at the Nammo Mesa site. Common types of equipment include custom automation and commercially purchased systems. Experience with robotics, PLCs, Labview, and HMIs is required. The Controls Engineer 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 projects that may require the engineer to design the system architecture, establishment of requirements, execute, and oversee contractors.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Development and maintenance of controls systems using industry best practices. • Development of PLC or PC based control system • Support and implementation of automated manufacturing equipment • Develop aesthetically pleasing, easy to use, robust control systems • Generate test procedures and conduct acceptance testing • Communicate with respective teams both internal and external to Nammo • Position may be asked to supervisor technicians or other engineers
Required Experience & Skills:
• BS or MS Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field • 4+ years PLC and HMI programming experience with multiple hardware platforms • Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical control systems • 4+ years of experience programming and maintaining SCADA system on multiple hardware platforms • Strong understanding of control system network topologies • 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 • Generate as-built CAD prints and documentations for panels and electrical schematics • Ability to obtain BATF approval to engage in certain explosive operations *
*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.
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