Fluids Technician
Job Summary
Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, is hiring an experienced Fluids Technician to support a high-volume vehicle production facility. In this hands-on role, you will assemble, install, and troubleshoot the fluid and pneumatic systems that keep manufacturing and test operations moving. The right candidate combines strong pipe fitting, wiring, and mechanical abilities with a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced production environment.
Responsibilities
- Work from planning documents, schematics, datasheets, manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches.
- Diagnose and repair or replace worn or failed components on ground hardware, test equipment, and integration equipment.
- Install, connect, and verify sensors such as pressure transducers and thermocouples.
- Wire electrical ground support equipment and associated ground systems.
- Carry out fluid and pneumatic system testing to confirm integrity and performance.
- Fabricate and install fluid system hardware from drawings, including ball valves, check valves, pressure regulators, and gauges.
- Lay out, assemble, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify wiring in electronics racks and junction boxes.
- Perform welding for the construction and repair of structural stands and site fixtures in a safe, professional manner.
- Resolve operational issues during fluid and mechanical system activation to limit downtime.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience using mechanical and electronic hand tools.
- 3+ years of pipe fitting and fabrication experience.
- Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
- Experience welding, troubleshooting, and maintaining fluid and mechanical systems.
- Skilled in laying out, building, testing, and modifying wiring and electronic systems.
- Comfortable with calibrated measuring instruments and heavy equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, and manlifts.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred qualifications include an associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field, prior experience in a launch vehicle, propulsion, or high-pressure test environment, and a background in orbital or structural welding or machining. Former military aviation technicians (propulsion or airframe) are encouraged to apply. This is an opportunity to contribute to advanced aerospace hardware with a growing, well-established team.