Automation and Controls Technician
Public U.S. defense and space technology company providing mission-critical propulsion, electronics, mission-management, spectrum-intelligence, and lunar-space systems.
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About Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Voyager Technologies operates across national security and space infrastructure, including propulsion and energetics, spacecraft guidance and communications, orbital and lunar systems, mission operations, and AI-enabled spectrum intelligence. Its enterprise includes lunar robotic-mobility capability through the July 2026 acquisition of Astrobotic.
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Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will support the installation, wiring, testing and maintenance of PLC-based control systems, robotic work cells, electrical cabinets and field instrumentation in solid rocket motor and energetic materials manufacturing. You will work under senior engineers, troubleshoot faults, maintain documentation and follow strict safety and explosive handling protocols.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred or 1–3 years of hands-on industrial electrical/controls experience
- Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude with hand tools, power tools and electrical test equipment
- Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and basic ladder logic
- Working knowledge of LOTO, arc flash awareness and OSHA electrical safety
- Attention to detail and basic computer proficiency
- DoD Explosives Safety training within first 30 days
- Eligible for State and Federal explosives licenses, age 21+, pass drug test and background checks
- Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Responsibilities
- Assist in installation, wiring and commissioning of PLC-based control systems and robotic systems
- Build, wire and quality check electrical cabinets and run field wiring and conduit per NEC and UL508A
- Troubleshoot electrical faults and control malfunctions using test equipment
- Assist with plant networking connecting sensors, valves, PLCs and control room systems
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance and support calibration checks
- Maintain wiring schematics, bills of materials, calibration records and maintenance logs
- Follow safety, environmental and explosive ordnance handling protocols including LOTO and NFPA 70E
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Safety and Compliance teams
- Assist with installation and maintenance of automated mixing, dispensing and processing systems
- Assist troubleshooting production equipment during energetics campaigns
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Gym memberships
- 401(k) with 50% match up to 8%
- Company wellness programs
- Voluntary benefits and employee support resources