Advanced Integration Technology, LP
Director of Controls Build
Advanced Integration Technology, LP, New Baltimore, Michigan, United States, 48047
Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM
AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries. AIT offers a competitive compensation package (including free medical options for employees and their family), casual work environment and excellent growth opportunities.
Summary We’re seeking a senior operations leader to own the
execution of controls engineering designs
into fully built, wired, integrated, and tested automation systems. This role ensures controls systems are built safely, consistently, and on schedule across multiple programs.
You’ll lead controls integration, electrical assembly, and factory testing while serving as the key bridge between
Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, and Project Management .
Key Responsibilities
Lead the controls build and integration function within the Engineering organization
Translate controls into executable, repeatable, high-quality builds
Oversee electrical assembly, controls integration, and factory acceptance testing
Align build capacity, labor strategy, and material readiness with project schedules
Serve as escalation point for controls execution risks and integration challenges
Partner with Controls Design to ensure designs are buildable and standardized
Develop and mentor Leads, Controls Technicians, Electricians and Pipe fitters
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience in manufacturing controls automation.
Ten years of controls build, integration, and startup experience in automation
Strong understanding of industrial controls, electrical systems, and commissioning
Experience leading multi-project execution teams in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of PLC, HMI, motion control, and electrical standards (UL, NFPA, CE)
Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements
This position may require a government security clearance.
Work Conditions
Indoors. Production and office environment. Temperature controlled, unless products and/or equipment is located outdoors.
Exposure Types
Cuts and/or burns
Dirt, dust, grease and/or oil
Intense bright light
Metal shavings
Vibration
Wet, damp, and/or humid conditions
Work Hours
Standard work schedule, overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines, required travel, emergent conditions.
Travel Requirements
This position can involve travel up to 20% of the time.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Operate a motor vehicle and/or heavy equipment.
Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
AIT Safety AIT enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements. All employees that work in or enter the production environment are required to wear personal protective equipment.
AIT Quality It is our policy to provide quality products and services that meet customer expectations and delivery requirements. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the AIT Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable AIT Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
AIT Procedure Compliance Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to his/her job.
Security Clearance Statement This position may require a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen(non-dual citizen)for consideration.
ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at AIT must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.
Equal Employment Opportunity AIT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. AIT hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that nurtures trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to view a copy of AIT’ s Affiantive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at askhr@aint.com .
AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries. AIT offers a competitive compensation package (including free medical options for employees and their family), casual work environment and excellent growth opportunities.
Summary We’re seeking a senior operations leader to own the
execution of controls engineering designs
into fully built, wired, integrated, and tested automation systems. This role ensures controls systems are built safely, consistently, and on schedule across multiple programs.
You’ll lead controls integration, electrical assembly, and factory testing while serving as the key bridge between
Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, and Project Management .
Key Responsibilities
Lead the controls build and integration function within the Engineering organization
Translate controls into executable, repeatable, high-quality builds
Oversee electrical assembly, controls integration, and factory acceptance testing
Align build capacity, labor strategy, and material readiness with project schedules
Serve as escalation point for controls execution risks and integration challenges
Partner with Controls Design to ensure designs are buildable and standardized
Develop and mentor Leads, Controls Technicians, Electricians and Pipe fitters
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience in manufacturing controls automation.
Ten years of controls build, integration, and startup experience in automation
Strong understanding of industrial controls, electrical systems, and commissioning
Experience leading multi-project execution teams in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of PLC, HMI, motion control, and electrical standards (UL, NFPA, CE)
Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements
This position may require a government security clearance.
Work Conditions
Indoors. Production and office environment. Temperature controlled, unless products and/or equipment is located outdoors.
Exposure Types
Cuts and/or burns
Dirt, dust, grease and/or oil
Intense bright light
Metal shavings
Vibration
Wet, damp, and/or humid conditions
Work Hours
Standard work schedule, overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines, required travel, emergent conditions.
Travel Requirements
This position can involve travel up to 20% of the time.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Operate a motor vehicle and/or heavy equipment.
Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
AIT Safety AIT enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements. All employees that work in or enter the production environment are required to wear personal protective equipment.
AIT Quality It is our policy to provide quality products and services that meet customer expectations and delivery requirements. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the AIT Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable AIT Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
AIT Procedure Compliance Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to his/her job.
Security Clearance Statement This position may require a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen(non-dual citizen)for consideration.
ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at AIT must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.
Equal Employment Opportunity AIT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. AIT hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that nurtures trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to view a copy of AIT’ s Affiantive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at askhr@aint.com .
AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
EEO is the Law
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