Control Systems Programmer

About the role

At Parker Aerospace Exotic Metals Forming Division, the Control Systems Programmer develops software supporting new machine control systems, re-programs existing machine control systems, provides input to detailed control system specifications, generates control system documentation, and supports the company’s development of new automation applications.

Working at EMFD means being part of a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement, stretching the bounds of creative thinking to provide quality products to customers around the globe.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Automation Engineer and the end customer to develop detailed control system functional specifications.
• Architect control system software.
• Support the creation of project time and effort estimates.
• Test, troubleshoot, and debug systems in coordination with Control Systems Technicians and Automation Engineers.
• Develop and maintain the company’s supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system.
• Apply knowledge of basic hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems as related to control systems and automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
• 5–7 years’ experience programming controls for safety-critical physical systems (e.g., industrial equipment, medical devices, or vehicle electronics).
• 5–7 years’ experience programming in modern object-oriented languages.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit and use hands to operate a computer.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Close vision abilities required.
• Regular attendance and ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Overnight long-distance travel may be required.

This position is subject to U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Drug testing is a condition of employment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with competitive premiums.
• Voluntary optional life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with 100% company match on the first 5% of pay.
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability programs, and adoption assistance at no cost.
• Care.com membership and financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Supplemental benefits including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays.