Staff Controls Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a real-time, 3D command and control center.

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.

Responsibilities

As a Staff Controls Engineer, you will design, commission, and upgrade control systems for production equipment.

• 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

Benefits

Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including highly competitive equity grants, comprehensive health benefits, and more.