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Johnson Service Group

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Process Manufacturing Engineer - Automation

Cypress, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

JSG is hiring a Process Manufacturing Engineer - Automation in Cypress, CA. Salary range: $90K-$120K Key Responsibilities * Develop, qualify, and optimize manufacturing processes, equipment, and ...

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Automation Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to ... Purpose The Automation Engineer supports the daily operations across all of our Robotic Work ...

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Sr. Test Automation Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$49.50 - $65.25/hr

This role is pivotal in transforming testing processes to achieve higher efficiency, accuracy, and speed in software releases. The Lead Software Test Engineer will design automation frameworks ...

K2 Space

Automation & Controls Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about ... Implement our HMI strategy and PLC automation in a way that makes machines easy to operate with ...

K2 Space

Automation & Controls Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about ... Implement our HMI strategy and PLC automation in a way that makes machines easy to operate with ...

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How much do automation in jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation in in Pomona, CA is $117,092.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,900.00 and $139,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Automation In vs Automation Technician?

AspectAutomation InAutomation Technician
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in engineering, automation, or related fieldsOften a diploma or technical certification in automation or electronics
Work EnvironmentDesign, programming, and system integration in industrial or manufacturing settingsInstallation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automation equipment
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing plants, automation service providers, industrial facilitiesFactories, automation service companies, maintenance departments

Automation In professionals focus on designing and implementing automation systems, while Automation Technicians handle the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of these systems. Both roles are essential in industrial automation, but they differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Automation In job openings in Pomona, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,092 per year, or $56.3 per hour.

Automation & Controls Engineer

K2 Space

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

The Role 

You'll be at the heart of bringing the production system to life. K2 has a strong push to vertically integrate our production system, which means you'll work side-by-side with the production and engineering team to concept, develop, and roll out various automation projects to support this vision.   

This role is built for someone who learns quickly, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to take ownership early. You'll develop deep technical intuition, contribute to systems that scale, and grow into increasingly complex challenges as we push towards higher-rate production in an environment unlike anywhere else. 

Responsibilities 

  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and production engineers to ensure seamless production automation across hardware and control layers 
  • Design and develop production tooling electromechanical automation assemblies either in-house or through vendors 
  • Own hands-on buildout, activation, and qualification of automation and controls projects across the production line spanning machine design, robotics, computer vision, and other systems 
  • Implement our HMI strategy and PLC automation in a way that makes machines easy to operate with repeatable results 
  • Understand build flow, production reliability, and process control to implement strategies to increase production takt rate and first pass yield 

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or other relevant engineering discipline 
  • 2+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing, production, or hands-on engineering environment 
  • Strong hands-on aptitude and willingness to work directly with hardware on the production floor 
  • Exposure to precision assembly or electromechanical integration processes 
  • Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation 
  • Experience setting up a manufacturing/production floor for first article builds 

Nice to Have 

  • Hands-on experience with industrial automation hardware & controls, PLC/HMI/Robotics software control stacks, electrical and fluid schematics 
  • Exposure to space, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments 
  • Experience designing automation systems for manufacturability 
  • Demonstrated experience developing production processes from the ground up including driving design improvements for manufacturing 
  • Experience working closely with technicians and build tooling 
  • Familiarity with CAD software (NX or equivalent) and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) 

Compensation and Benefits: 

  • Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000 + equity in the company 
  • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level 
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/ coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks 
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About K2 Space

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2022

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