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Control Systems Engineer - Entry Level

Date Posted: Jul 07, 2026
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    Location Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Oct 06, 2026

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Overview

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer - Entry Level Department: 400 Reports To: VP Engineering FLSA: Exempt Prepared By: Human Resources Control Systems EngineerThe Control Systems Engineer supports the design, development, and testing of control systems used in regulated U.S. defense programs. This role works as part of a cross functional engineering team to help deliver reliable and compliant control solutions.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESTechnical Responsibilities• Assist in designing and implementing control algorithms and system level control functions.• Support development of embedded control architectures, including processors, I/O, diagnostics, and communication networks (CAN, J1939, Ethernet).• Contribute to creating and maintaining engineering documentation such as requirements, design descriptions, and test results.• Participate in system modeling, analysis, and verification activities.• Follow established engineering processes, tools, and configuration management practices.Compliance & Safety• Support compliance with U.S. Department of Defense requirements, MIL STD practices, and export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).• Assist with system safety tasks, hazard reviews, and documentation.• Follow company health, safety, and regulatory procedures.Program Support• Contribute to meeting project schedules, deliverables, and engineering milestones.• Support coordination with internal teams, customers, and suppliers as needed for technical discussions.• Assist in tracking technical risks, action items, and project status updates.• Help prepare documentation and input for design reviews and project reporting.• Follow program processes for handling controlled technical information and configuration managed data.• Occasional travel required for installation and testing support at customer facilities and US military proving grounds.Core Competencies• Knowledge of control systems, real time embedded software, and related engineering principles.• Ability to work within defense compliant engineering processes and documentation requirements.• Understanding systems engineering concepts such as requirements, verification, and configuration control.• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem solving skills.Education & ExperienceRequired: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.• CAD (Solidworks and/or Creo) design experience a plus.Experience Level - Entry• Typically, 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience.• Prior exposure to embedded control systems or defense related projects is beneficial.PIabade3d3628e-0816

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Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States of America

Horstman Inc specializes in manufacturing, with a focus on delivering quality products to its clients. The company fosters a supportive working environment for its employees, encouraging teamwork and efficiency. Read More

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