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RemX | The Workforce Experts • Los Angeles, California, United States
Role & seniority: Automation Engineer (Lead / Staff / Senior Staff) — on-site, with leadership upside as the company scales
Stack/tools: Robotics & motion control, PLCs, sensors and automation software, electromechanical wiring/testing, CAD (strong), system integration, prototyping
Design, build, refine and deploy automated manufacturing systems; rapid prototyping of low-cost MVP automation
Develop control logic, wiring, and end-to-end system integration from concept to production
Troubleshoot, optimize uptime/reliability, scale production cells, and mentor engineers/technicians
U.S. Person (EAR/ITAR compliant) and 3+ years automating manufacturing
Hands-on robotics/motion control, PLCs, sensors, and automation software
Electromechanical wiring/testing; strong CAD skills; ability to own the automation stack end-to-end
Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
5+ years in automation; composites manufacturing; aerospace/defense exposure
Experience automating presses/ovens/impregnation; Onshape CAD
Location & work type: On-site, El Segundo, CA; full-time, on-site in Southern California
Additional context (optional): Venture-backed defense startup; high impact in defense/aerospace; potential for team leadership and IP development; strong compensation (base + options) and full benefits
Automation Engineer (Lead / Staff / Senior Staff) – Defense Manufacturing – Direct Hire $200,000+ base + Stock Options + Full Benefits
On-site | Southern California
Want to build automation systems that directly support national defense and next-gen aerospace programs?
Ready to own an automation roadmap instead of maintaining legacy equipment?
Interested in joining a venture-backed defense startup where your work ships fast and actually flies?
Our client is hiring an Automation Engineer to lead and scale automated manufacturing systems for advanced composite components used in fighter jet engines, artillery shells, drone airframes, and gas turbine systems. This is a hands-on, hardware-first role for engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments, love rapid prototyping, and want real ownership over automation strategy and execution.
Why This Role Stands Out 🚀 Defense & Aerospace impact – mission-critical components for the warfighter 🏭 Build from scratch – design, prototype, deploy, and scale automation systems 📈 Massive growth runway – first automation engineer with leadership upside 💡 Fast iteration – low-cost MVP automation → production-ready systems 💰 Top-of-market compensation + equity
The Company Venture-backed defense technology startup Backed by a major Fortune 500 organization Focused on reshoring U.S. manufacturing with 10–100x faster production methods Rapid growth across aerospace, defense, and energy programs
The Position Full-time, on-site at El Segundo, CA Design and deploy automation to improve cycle time, repeatability, and quality Work hands-on with robots, motion systems, sensors, tooling, PLCs, and controls Collaborate closely with manufacturing, machinists, and leadership Opportunity to build and lead the automation team as the company scales
Key Responsibilities Design, build, and refine automated manufacturing systems Rapid prototyping of low-cost, minimum viable automation solutions Develop control logic, wiring, and system integration from concept to deployment Troubleshoot automation equipment to maximize uptime and reliability Adapt production cells for automation in collaboration with machinists Ensure manufacturing processes are scalable and automation-ready Oversee and mentor engineers and technicians Manage automation budgets, timelines, and technical execution Occasional customer-facing technical discussions
Required Qualifications
U. S. Person (EAR / ITAR compliant)
Nice to Have 5+ years automation experience Composites manufacturing experience Automation of presses, ovens, or impregnation systems Aerospace or defense industry experience Onshape CAD experience
Career Growth Be the foundational automation leader at the organization Pathways to Manager → Director → Head of Automation Influence company-wide manufacturing strategy Contribute to IP development and novel automation techniques
Compensation & Benefits $200,000+ base salary Stock options
401(k) with 1: 1 employer match up to 4% Medical, dental, vision Paid time off