Manufacturing Automation Tech; Sustainment

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

This role supports the development, deployment, and sustainment of advanced manufacturing automation across multiple sites. The Automation Technician will work hands‑on with automated equipment, contributing to programming, process optimization, and troubleshooting to enable reliable, high‑quality production.

• Develop, modify, and optimize programs and recipes for automated manufacturing equipment
• Support installation, startup, and qualification of new automation systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across motion systems, sensors, pneumatics, and material‑handling systems
• Configure and maintain equipment parameters to ensure consistent process performance and product quality
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve throughput, cycle time, and yield
• Create and maintain documentation for processes, programs, and change control
• Train operators and technicians on equipment operation and best practices
• Support standardization and replication of automation solutions across multiple sites
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements

• AA/AS degree (or equivalent technical training) or 5+ years of relevant experience
• Hands‑on experience with industrial automation systems or automated manufacturing equipment

• Familiarity with PLCs, sensors, I/O systems, robotics, or motion‑controlled equipment (specifically Allen Bradley Controls Hardware and Fanuc Robots)
• Troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in a production environment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, process documentation, and equipment manuals
• Experience programming or supporting automated manufacturing equipment; experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley Control Logix/Compact Logix and Omron NX Series), HMI interfaces (Ignition and Omron), or Robotic Systems (Fanuc Industrial and CRX Collaborative and Omron TM Series)
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as coating, dispensing, soldering, or assembly (electronics experience a plus)
• Familiarity with SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition)
• Experience supporting multi‑site or scalable manufacturing deployments

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Salary range: 43,400 USD - 82,600 USD.

May be eligible for relocation.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.