Instrumentation Technician

Venus Aerospace•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you won’t just be supporting aerospace innovation, you’ll be directly enabling it. As an Instrumentation Technician, you will be on the front lines of testing and validating the systems that push the boundaries of high-speed flight. You’ll own the installation, calibration, and maintenance of critical instrumentation that drives real-time data collection across our test platforms. Your attention to detail, technical precision, and problem-solving mindset will help ensure every test is safe, successful, and informative. This is an opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with engineers who are shaping the future, and make a measurable impact every day on the breakthroughs we achieve.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 5 years of experience as a mechanic, technician, or construction professional
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with instrumentation such as RTDs, thermocouples, strain gauges, load cells, displacement transducers, or pressure transducers
Work schedule may change based on site operational demands, requiring flexibility
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance
Position requires frequent lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying
Must be able to work at heights, including using ladders
Must be capable of working in confined spaces
Regular exposure to harsh outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and ice

Nice To Haves

Over 7 years of professional experience working with power tools
More than 2 years of experience assembling and constructing electronic systems
IPC-620 certification or familiarity with the associated standards
Experience working in testing facilities and supporting test or launch campaigns
Basic understanding of Wheatstone bridge principles, ability to apply Ohm’s law, and foundational knowledge of DC electronics
Associate degree in instrumentation, control technology, electrical systems, or a related discipline
Experience working in corrosive environments and applying appropriate mitigation methods
Practical experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and performing soldering on wires and connectors
Strong system-level troubleshooting abilities with a logical approach to diagnosing and resolving instrumentation issues
Knowledge of signal conditioning techniques for various sensors, including: Thermocouple types K, S, and E; Resistance weld and adhesive bond TC attachment methods; Thermocouple probes with thermowell sheaths; Cold junction compensation principles
Experience with devices such as DC power supplies, DC-DC converters, UPS systems, heat shrink tubing, cable harnessing, lacing, and proper strain-relief practices
Working understanding of transducers, operational amplifiers, and measurement techniques for temperature, pressure, flow, displacement, vibration, and strain gauges; ability to define required data, create acquisition plans, set test parameters, and configure equipment accordingly
Familiarity with multiple bus architectures (PXI/PXIe, cRIO, Serial, USB, etc.) and data communication technologies
Proven ability to create detailed project plans including all tasks, milestones, and review points necessary for successful solution development and implementation
Intermediate proficiency with Windows operating systems
Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, OneNote)
Understanding of data acquisition concepts, hardware, and integration of PXI / cRIO-based systems

Responsibilities

Review and interpret planning documents, schematics, datasheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
Complete all required wiring for electrical ground support equipment within ground systems
Work with launch engineers to troubleshoot failures and resolve issues arising from launch operations
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components in ground hardware, test equipment, and integration systems
Lay out, assemble, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify wiring for electronics racks and junction boxes
Fabricate and install parts and assemblies for launch environments using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments
Perform maintenance across various roles, including vehicle integration, pad maintenance, site preventative maintenance, general facilities work, and other tasks required to support launch site operations
Connect, test, and validate pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensor types
Assemble and install connectors, pins, terminals, and lugs