Fairmount Technologies (FT) is a growing advanced manufacturing company developing tooling-free CNC systems that dramatically reduce cost and lead time for aerospace and defense manufacturers. Our mission is to integrate real-time automation directly onto the factory floor, ensuring unprecedented precision, safety, and efficiency in aerospace component production.

Recent milestone:

FT was selected for a U.S. Department of Defense APFIT award , supporting deployment of our systems across multiple Air Force maintenance depots. This marks a major step as we scale production and expand our engineering team. We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Automation & Controls Engineer to program, integrate, and optimize our next-generation machine control architectures. Position Overview In this role, you will be the core technical link between our high-level software environments, machine learning models, and physical CNC hardware. You will design, build, and refine the PLC logic , motion control paths , and safety systems that drive our machinery. If you thrive on writing clean control code, resolving complex hardware-software integration loops, and ensuring failsafe shop-floor performance, this role is for you.

Core Responsibilities Control System Programming:

Write, optimize, and test industrial control logic utilizing Structured Text (ST) , Function Block Diagrams (FBD) , and Sequential Function Charts.

Motion Control & Logic Development:

Program high-precision multi-axis motion control systems, servo drives, and synchronized physical subsystems to handle intricate aerospace machining paths.

Hardware & Equipment Integration:

Seamlessly integrate industrial electrical hardware, proprietary control software, sensor instrumentation networks, and peripheral factory equipment into a unified, high-performance machine environment.

Safety & Fail-Safe Architecture:

Architect, test, and validate rigorous safety PLC networks and emergency stop structures to protect workers and high-value aviation tooling.

HMI Development:

Build responsive, intuitive local Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) that feed clean telemetry data back to operators and communicate smoothly with backend custom applications.

Technical & Electrical Requirements PLC Programming Environments:

Proficient with industry-standard PLC software suites (such as Beckhoff TwinCAT, Siemens TIA Portal, or Rockwell Studio 5000).

Industrial Languages:

Advanced capabilities writing control code in Structured Text and Function Block Diagrams (IEC 61131-3 standards).

Industrial Communication Protocols:

Solid understanding of networks like EtherCAT, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, or OPC UA to sync machinery with database pipelines ( SQL/MongoDB ).

Electrical Design Familiarity:

Competency reading electrical schematics, panel layouts, and managing low-voltage physical instrumentation loops.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills Experience:

3+ years of engineering experience directly programming automated systems, robotic cells, or industrial machine tools.

Domain Knowledge:

Previous experience working within aviation/aerospace safety standards, CNC environments, or with automated manufacturing equipment is highly advantageous.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a highly relevant engineering discipline.

Mindset:

A methodical engineer committed to code predictability, exhaustive system testing, and robust fail-safe operations.

Regulatory & Location Requirements Export Control Compliance:

This position requires access to ITAR/EAR-controlled technologies . Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) and eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws.

Location:

Relocation to the Wichita / Derby, KS area is required . This position involves collaborative programming pipelines and extensive physical deployment verification on the manufacturing floor. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and scope of role (Typical range: $80,000-$120,000+) Flexible working hours to support your optimal work-life schedule. PTO to ensure dynamic work-life balance. Optional Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Profit sharing , so you benefit directly from the company's success Direct access to leadership and technical decision-making A chance to grow with the company as our manufacturing footprint scales

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position requires that applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) as required by

ITAR/EAR

regulations. Are you a US Citizen or Permanent resident? Answer required Ability to

Relocate:

Derby, KS 67037: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person