What are the responsibilities and job description for the Robotics Engineer position at Stark Aerospace?
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Key Responsibilities:
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Key Responsibilities:
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robotic systems used in aerospace and defense manufacturing applications.
- Develop and maintain robotic programs, automation sequences, and process logic to improve production efficiency, quality and repeatability.
- Support integration of robotic systems including weld cells, material handling systems, vision systems, and automated assembly equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical, controls, communication, and robotic system issues to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to support automated manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics wiring diagrams, PLC logic, technical drawings, and automation documentation.
- Assist with equipment commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FATE), system startups, and validation activities.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities including process development. tooling reviews, fixture integration, and automation planning.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, robotic backups, troubleshooting guides, and maintenance procedures.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to automation and robotic system performance.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience programming and supporting industrial robotic systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with Fanuc robotic systems including robot programming, troubleshooting, teach pendant operation, and system integration.
- Strong understanding of industrial automation systems including PLCs, HMLs, sensors, servos motion controls, and industrial communication networks.
- Experience with robotic welding, automated assembly, machine tending, or material handling applications is strongly preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and technical documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in automated manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries is preferred.
- Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast=-paced manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited university in Electrical Engineering Software Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related engineering field required.
- Fanuc robotics certifications, PLC programming certifications, or automation-related technical certifications are strongly preferred.
- Additional experience with industrial automation software vision systems, or advanced robotics integration is a plus.
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods within a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 pounds.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and manual dexterity required.
- Ability to work around industrial machinery, robotic systems, and automated equipment safely.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, steel-toe boots, gloves, and hearing protection as required.