Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer; T5 - R10222838

Overview

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available.

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% of the Time

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Waynesboro, VA will deliver advanced radars, communications antennas, and electronic warfare capabilities. Slated to open in 2026, we are adding hundreds of high-quality jobs in the heart of Virginia. Together, we will work to deliver the world’s most advanced technologies to protect our national security.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Staff Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer (Lead) based out of our Blue Ridge Advanced Manufacturing Center. A security clearance is not required to apply to or to start this job. The selected candidate will be processed for a security clearance after she/he starts the job.

The Staff Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer will spearhead the development of advanced industrial automation systems at our Central Virginia manufacturing facilities. This pivotal role will develop and sustain industrial solutions for a wide range of manufacturing applications while working to establish peak operational efficiency and drive automation solutions and updates that enhance the affordability of current and future products. Areas of focus include microelectronics, antenna assembly, mechanical assembly and fabrication and test.

As a technical leader and subject matter expert, you will oversee the planning and deployment of robotic systems, leveraging strong architecture and system design skills. Your responsibilities will also include ensuring seamless integration of automation technologies as well as identifying technical solutions that meet cost, schedule and technical commitments. Collaboration with Product, Hardware, and Software teams will be essential to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

You will also track key performance indicators related to automation efficiency and provide updates on project progress to senior management.

• Lead/support factory acceptance testing, tooling and end-effector design, automation programming (PLCs, Robots, conveyor systems and other control hardware and systems), SCADA system architecture and data capture and analysis.
• Coordinate/lead the execution of industrial automation projects using systems engineering and program management best practices to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Perform site installations and start-ups including assisting with panel wiring and mechanical assembly to achieve on-time completion of projects within project schedule and budget.
• Test, troubleshoot, and maintain control components, equipment, and systems including PLCs, 24v control circuits, 480v 3phase systems, 4-20ma circuits, VFDs, PC controllers and fieldbus technology/control technology.
• Independently construct or design equipment with use of PLC, BUS-Systems, Network Technology, Mechanical Components, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems and Cooling/Lubrication Systems.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance protocols.
• Determine and recommend which equipment and/or services best fit the factory and product/program needs.
• Support internal employee knowledge transfer and training.
• Contribute to new system concepts and customer contact.
• Confidently report project status and provide briefings to all levels of management.
• Maintain a…