Automation Eng Technician I

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (PA)

United States, Pennsylvania, Scranton

Sep 24, 2025

Job Locations

US-PA-Scranton

Requisition ID

2025-34960

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Engineering

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Develops, designs, builds and tests robotic platforms from prototype through product commercialization. Creates an integrated autonomous interface, mobility, communication, and human-robot interaction. Works with cross-functional teams to understand opportunities for robotic applications.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks

Develops understanding in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
Works with close supervision
Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

Assists with the development and implementation of automation systems or components.
Supporting or performing the program installation, testing, and maintenance of robots or automated components.
Assists in the commissioning and deployment of new automation installations, conducts field trials to ensure appropriate operation, and prepares reports or records documenting actions or findings.
Investigates and troubleshoots defects or bugs, complete repairs and provides preventative maintenance.
Maintains the inventory of supplies and tools used for testing and maintenance.

Required Qualifications

Required education and experience: Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset; No prior experience needed

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree
Discipline/Major: Technical training preferred
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Detail oriented. Problem-solving skills. Mathematic skills. Computer skills. Technical skills. Technical troubleshooting. Test documentation. Control systems.

Physical Requirements

Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
May need to stand for long periods of time.
Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
May be requested to work a different shift.
Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.