Title

Sr Maintenance Engineer

About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

We are seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician with a strong background in industrial automation, machine troubleshooting, and PLC control systems to support production-critical equipment. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technician with extensive experience in diagnosing and repairing issues on Siemens, Fanuc, and Allen-Bradley controllers, down to the board and component level.

Pay Range: $45.00 to $55.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Requirements

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC and other automated machinery with PLC-controlled systems.


• Diagnose and resolve faults in Siemens, Fanuc, and Allen-Bradley controller systems.


• Perform board-level diagnostics using multimeters, oscilloscopes, or other electronic test equipment.


• Interpret electrical schematics, PLC ladder logic, and control system diagrams.


• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for recurring equipment failures.


• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance activities on critical manufacturing equipment.


• Support production teams by minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability.


• Document repairs, adjustments, and modifications accurately in the CMMS system.


• Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, and production teams.


• Knowledge of electrical schematics, blueprints, and control diagrams


• Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.


• Technical diploma or associate's degree in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field or equivalence


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work overtime as required by Company


• Recommend improved work methods and procedures, assist in training employs


• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence


• Must adhere to all OSHA and EHS policies and all related procedures


• Perform related work as required


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.


• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic computer skills, MS Office program, and have ability to enter data in various software systems.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong communication skills


• Ability to analyze, rebuild, repair NC machinery and other types of equipment's


• Excellent customer service to co-workers, customers, and vendors


• Works collaboratively and respects all others


• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.


• Fanuc certified


• Siemens certified


• AS100


• Training with Mori Seiki, Makino, Cincinnati Milacron, OKK, SNK and Kuraki Machines

Shift
First

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Santa Ana

Category
Maintenance

Req Number
MAI-26-00001

Position
Sr Maintenance Engineer

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
2

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)
Jacqueline Cadena

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