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Senior Flight Control System Engineer Jobs in Coldwater, MI

Denso

Control Engineer 2

Battle Creek, MI

$79K - $99K/yr

Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets. * Programs PLC controllers and ... senior management. * Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure * Ability to work ...

Denso

Control Engineer 2

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$79K - $99K/yr

Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets. * Programs PLC controllers and ... senior management. * Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure * Ability to work ...

Socket.dev

Senior Project Manager

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field * Minimum 10+ years of experience in project ... Experience managing automation/control system projects * Demonstrated knowledge with estimating ...

Aampower

Associate Controls Engineer

Three Rivers, MI

$77K - $99K/yr

Job Posting Title Associate Controls Engineer Summary Assists in the design, testing, installation ... Assists in evaluating control systems, products, components, and applications. Assists in ...

Motorola

Senior AI Engineer (US Remote)

Three Rivers, MI · Remote

$180K - $210K/yr

As a senior member of our AI engineering team, you'll provide technical leadership, mentor ... Implementing RAG systems with Knowledge Bases and vector search * Designing AI agents that can ...

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How much do senior flight control system engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior flight control system engineer in Coldwater, MI is $157,448.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $158,200.00 and $163,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Flight Control System Engineer vs Flight Control System Engineer?

AspectSenior Flight Control System EngineerFlight Control System Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; experience in flight control systemsBachelor's or Master's in related engineering fields; some experience in flight control systems
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and test flight control systems for aircraft or spacecraftAssist in designing and testing flight control components and systems
Industry UsageUsed in aerospace companies, defense contractors, and space agenciesCommonly employed in aerospace and aviation industries

The main difference is experience level and responsibility. Senior Flight Control System Engineers lead design and testing efforts, while Flight Control System Engineers support these activities. Both roles require similar credentials and work in aerospace environments, but seniors typically have more project oversight and expertise.

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Control Engineer 2

Battle Creek, MI

Denso

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$79K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual to take ownership of our Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the design, development, programming, testing, and commissioning of PLC-based control systems for our manufacturing equipment. 

Your primary focus will be on maintaining and improving existing Allen Bradley PLC programs, troubleshooting control system issues, and implementing new control strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability. You will collaborate closely with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to ensure seamless operation and continuous improvement of our automated systems.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Designs safety and operational controls for new and existing equipment and troubleshoots any issues with these controls, referring complex issues to more experienced engineers when needed.
  • Specifies components for use in equipment for controls systems. Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets.
  • Programs PLC controllers and documents PLC programs using ladder logic diagrams.
  • Collaborates with Automation Engineering and Maintenance to verify that the design of all production equipment meets all regulatory and DENSO standards.
  • After consulting with Automation Engineering and Maintenance, creates equipment specifications based upon requirements for GUI/communication interfaces and networking requirements.
  • Collaborates with production planning to schedule electrical work and equipment modifications and/or installation.
  • Develops clear and concise operator instruction manuals.
  • May train or mentor less experienced engineers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or another engineering field
  • Requires 2-5 years of direct experience
  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC-5) preferred. 

Skills & Abilities:

  • PLC programming, controls circuit design, machine safety standards and component selection criteria knowledge and experience required
  • Analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to complex situations
  • Written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with internal and external customers on issues of moderate to considerable importance, up to and including senior management.
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
  • Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
  • Project management skills, including identifying and scheduling process steps, determining resources and staff required to successfully complete assigned projects or project steps and reporting on project
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to apply process improvement planning and checking to own work output and to assist others with identifying gaps in work results

Benefits Summary:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans 
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
  • Flexible Spending Account 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • 401K with 4% company match 
  • Bonus Program 
  • Wellness Program 
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training 
  • Paid holidays and vacation  
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) 
  • Volunteer opportunities 

  • Employee recognition (employee and milestone events) 

    Annual Salary $79,000-$99,000

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