Manufacturing Controls Engineer

will be responsible for collaborating with product divisions, departments, and business functions to enable real-time KPI tracking and automated data collection for process mistake-proofing and product traceability. The Leidos Defense Sector Manufacturing team includes 5 major production facilities in Huntsville, AL and Colorado Springs, CO. Location for work is Huntsville, Alabama.

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Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. To explore and learn more, click here !

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Primary Responsibilities

• Develop installation standards and specific control types for production equipment.

• Program PLC, HMI and SCADA systems.

• Troubleshoot and commission networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, MTConnect).

• Develop and maintain required documentation to support controls applications used in the facility, including operation and maintenance plans.

• Make programming changes that are required to maintain and improve processes.

• Integrate torque tool DC controllers and Vision System cameras with MES software.

• Utilize SCADA system to collect data for Dashboard reporting.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 8-12 years of relevant experience in controls engineering and integration.

• Experience with Allen Bradley and Fanuc controllers.

• Demonstrated project management experience.

• Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment.

• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

• Must be able to work autonomously and stay focused in a high-stress, fast paced environment to meet customer and management deadlines.

• Ability to lead others and work in a collaborative working environment.

• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience with SQL and/or VBA in Excel.

• Experience with Ignition SCADA software and/or MS Power BI dashboards.

• Familiarity with Machining, Assembly and Test Manufacturing environments.

• Experience with Atlas Copco DC controllers and Cognex or Keyence Vision System cameras.

• Experience working in multiple phases of the product life cycle to include prototyping, design and development, and full release to production.

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Original Posting:
October 6, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit https://www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at https://www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

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Commitment to Non-Descrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.