Instrumentation Technician

Instrumentation Technician

Work hands-on with turbine engines and advanced propulsion systems. Install the sensors. Run the data. Own the build.

We're hiring an Instrumentation Technician to support cutting-edge gas turbine and propulsion testing in a highly technical R&D environment.

This role is ideal for someone who has experience installing sensors on engines, turbomachinery, or even rocket systems and thrives in a precision-driven, hands-on setting.

If you've worked with thermocouples, strain gauges, or pressure systems (hypotubing) then this is a strong fit.

What You'll Be Doing

• Install instrumentation directly onto gas turbine engines and test hardware

• Primary focus on:

• Thermocouples

• Strain gauges

• Hypotubing / pressure sensor systems

• Perform sensor wiring, routing, and harness fabrication with high attention to detail

• Support installation of dynamic pressure sensors and high-precision components

• Use tools like multimeters and oscilloscopes for troubleshooting and validation

• Perform calibration of instrumentation and test equipment

• Execute clean, reliable installs including:

• Routing and securing wiring

• Tack welding when needed

• Protecting sensitive components (some valued at $50K+)

• Verify signal integrity and system readiness before test

• Troubleshoot real-time issues during test events

• Support DAQ system integration and test setup

Must-Have Experience

• Hands-on instrumentation installation experience

• Direct experience with:

• Thermocouples

• Strain gauges

• Hypotubing / pressure instrumentation

• Experience working on:

• Gas turbine engines, turbomachinery, OR rocket/propulsion systems

• Strong skills in sensor wiring, routing, and harness installation

• Experience using multimeters (oscilloscopes a plus)

• Ability to work with high-value, precision components

• US Persons required

Nice to Have

• Experience in R&D, lab, or test environments

• Experience supporting engine test or propulsion testing

• Experience with dynamic pressure / high-speed data collection systems

• Basic tack welding capability

• Familiarity with DAQ systems

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct, hands-on work with real turbine engines and propulsion systems

• High-impact role on advanced R&D and test programs

• Work with cutting-edge sensor systems and instrumentation

• Not maintenance. This is precision install + test execution

• Opportunity to work on rocket-adjacent / propulsion-level technology

Environment

• R&D lab / engine test environment

• Hands-on, fast-paced, highly technical

• Collaborative team across engineering, test, and fabrication

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jupiter, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jupiter,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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