Kepware and Ignition Specialist at Midland, GA

Job Title: Kepware and Ignition Specialist

Location: Midland, GA (Onsite)

Job Description:

• Design, implement, and support data connectivity solutions using Kepware KEPServerEX, enabling communication between aerospace equipment, sensors, PLCs, and enterprise systems.
• Develop Ignition SCADA applications to visualize machine health, production status, part genealogy, and inspection data across assembly lines and test stations.
• Integrate real-time operational data into MES, ERP, and Quality systems to enable digital traceability and compliance with aerospace standards.
• Configure industrial protocols including OPC UA/DA, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, and others common in aerospace automation environments.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and IT to understand use cases and deliver scalable dashboards, alerts, and reports.
• Support machine connectivity projects for CNCs, CMMs, test rigs, and legacy aerospace manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure all Ignition/Kepware deployments follow AS9100 and cybersecurity compliance standards (NIST 800-171, ISA/IEC 62443, etc.).
• Document system architecture, tag hierarchies, data mapping, and change management procedures.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and continuously improve live systems supporting production-critical operations.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Solid knowledge of industrial protocols and PLC integration (Rockwell, Siemens, Fanuc, etc.).
• Experience working with SQL databases and Python scripting within Ignition.
• Familiarity with CNC and inspection equipment typically used in aerospace manufacturing (e.g., Mazak, Okuma, Zeiss CMM, etc.).
• Understanding of digital thread, smart manufacturing, and real-time data applications in aerospace environments.
• Working knowledge of industrial cybersecurity and segmented OT/IT networks
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ignition Certified Developer or experience with Gold Tier integrator projects.
• Familiarity with MQTT Sparkplug B, Edge devices, and IIoT data architectures.
• Experience interfacing with AS9102 FAI, SPC, or quality reporting systems.
• Prior work supporting aerospace-specific compliance requirements and audits (NADCAP, AS9100, etc.).
• Background in connecting legacy aerospace machines through retrofit or gateway solutions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in Kepware (KEPServerEX) configuration and Ignition SCADA application development, preferably in aerospace or regulated manufacturing.