Sr. Automation Systems Engineer III

Job Details

Posted:
Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-MS-FOREST-425 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 425
Position Type:
Onsite
U.S. citizenship required for security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
Secret (active required after day
1)

• Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and define manufacturing automation and digital solutions.
• Support early 'New Product Introduction' activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements to shape Raytheon products and automation solutions.
• Continuous improvement, upgrades, and sustainment of deployed automation systems using core automation skills including PLC programming, robotics programming, vision programming, HMI programming, SCADA development, and controls upgrades.
• Collaborate with the factory to identify, development, and deploy process automation systems and digital solutions.
• Provide technical leadership through early project phases (ideation through project definition) and continued technical guidance after transition to the project execution team.
• Exposure and input to full I4.0 project lifecycle – from requirements generation to technical project management to execution & sustainment of automation projects.

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience with industrial robots and programing PLC's.
• Experience with industrial vision systems.
• Experience with automation sustainment and troubleshooting, including knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics.
• Experience with automation cell lifecycle: scoping requirements and deploying new cells.

• Active DOD Secret Clearance.
• Experience with deploying complex IIOT based systems.
• Experience with Cognex and/or Keyence vision systems.
• Professional experience with the full life‑cycle deployment and integration of automation systems (vision, robotics, servo, controls, etc.).
• Ignition development experience.
• Python or other scripting experience.
• Data analysis experience.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Good knowledge of safety regulations (e.g. OSHA) and electrical compliances.
• Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred).

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position is NOT eligible for relocation.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Additional benefits and incentive programs may apply depending on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

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.