Engineering - Instrumentation

Engineering - Instrumentation | Stratford, Connecticut, United States Job Summary: Engineering - Instrumentation
Location: Stratford, CT, 06615, United States

[About the Role]
Join a leading engineering team in Stratford, CT, as an Instrumentation Specialist, focusing on precision strain gage installations for cutting-edge aircraft and facility testing. Leverage your technical expertise in instrumentation to contribute to high-stakes flight and ground test operations. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with advanced materials and state-of-the-art measurement systems in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

[Responsibilities]

- Execute precise strain gage installations on aircraft and facility components made from metals and composites
- Prepare surfaces, layout, align, and bond strain gages using industry-standard techniques
- Apply Wheatstone bridge wiring methodology to measure torque, axial load, bending, and shear strain
- Document instrumentation wiring and measurement data accurately to support engineering analysis
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to support ongoing flight and ground test operations
- Maintain flexibility to work overtime, extended, and modified shifts as required for project timelines

[Required Skills and Experience]

- High school diploma (or equivalent) plus 2 years of engineering college or technical school
- Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in strain gage installation and instrumentation wiring
- Proficient in surface preparation, strain gage measurement, and Micro-Measurements techniques
- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of metals and composite materials
- Strong documentation and communication skills

[Preferred Skills]

- Experience with advanced Micro-Measurements procedures
- Familiarity with complex testing environments and high-performance measurement systems

[Benefits]

- Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
- Work alongside industry experts in a supportive and innovative environment
- Opportunities for technical training and career advancement
- Exposure to state-of-the-art aerospace technology and test operations

[How to Apply]

Ready to advance your engineering career? Submit your updated resume highlighting relevant instrumentation and strain gage experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a prompt interview.