Automation & Controls Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Automation Technician
Job Description

This role focuses on wiring, commissioning, and maintaining electrical and pneumatic automated control systems in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. You will build and modify control panels, support automation tooling, and collaborate closely with engineering, production, and external vendors to ensure reliable, high-quality automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Wire and commission electrical and pneumatic automated control systems to meet performance and safety requirements.
• Build control panels from schematics, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to relevant codes and standards.
• Work with external vendors to coordinate the build, delivery, and installation of control panels and related equipment.
• Modify and update existing tooling and automated equipment to improve functionality, reliability, and maintainability.
• Modify and troubleshoot simple PLC software to resolve issues and support process improvements.
• Redline electrical and pneumatic schematics for automated tooling to reflect as-built conditions and design changes.
• Own installation activities end to end and perform early risk mitigation through daily communication with engineering, customers, and other cross-functional teams.
• Promote and practice 5S principles to organize, maintain, and sustain efficient, safe, and presentable team workspaces.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and automation systems to diagnose faults and implement effective repairs.
• Support robotics and automated equipment maintenance to maximize uptime and equipment performance.
• Use electrical schematics and drawings to guide installation, troubleshooting, and panel-building activities.
• Document work performed, updates to designs, and changes to equipment in a clear and organized manner.
• Collaborate with multiple departments, aligning differing priorities to achieve common project and production goals.
• Provide hands-on leadership and supervision when required to guide team members through builds, installations, and troubleshooting tasks.

• Occupational trade school qualification in an electrical-based field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 79, and UL508A codes.
• Proven experience in a production environment, particularly involving automation technology.
• Demonstrable hands-on skill in fault finding and problem resolution across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude for working with tooling, equipment, and automated systems.
• Experience building multiple control panels back to back while following complete drawing sets.
• PLC programming experience, including basic modification and troubleshooting of PLC logic.
• HMI programming experience to support automation interfaces and operator controls.
• Electrical schematic drawing experience and the ability to interpret and redline schematics.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to bring multiple departments together to achieve shared goals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for documentation, reporting, and presentations.
• Understanding of agile workflow and continuous improvement practices in a technical or production setting.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to lead and supervise a team in a hands-on environment.
• Troubleshooting skills in PLCs, automation systems, robotics, and maintenance activities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience with maintenance and repair of automated equipment and control systems.

• Occupational trade school qualification in an electrical-based field is highly advantageous.
• Exposure to robotics and automated machinery in a production or industrial setting.
• Experience collaborating with external vendors on panel builds, installations, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with 5S and other lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Comfort working across disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for documentation, redlining, and design updates.
• Interest in working with cutting-edge automation and aerospace-related technologies.
• Capability to adapt quickly to new tools, processes, and technologies.

You will contribute directly to a mission-driven organization focused on advancing space exploration and making a lasting global impact. The environment offers cutting-edge innovation at an integrated launch and production site, providing unique exposure to advanced aerospace and automation technologies. You will benefit from competitive compensation structures that include stock awards, retirement plans, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, alongside comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. The company supports your overall well-being with wellness programs, onsite clinics, fitness facilities, and generous family and lifestyle benefits such as parental leave, childcare assistance, relocation support, and commuter benefits. Onsite amenities like dining, coffee bars, fitness centers, and convenient services help streamline your daily life, while a collaborative, performance-driven culture fosters professional growth through mentorship, leadership exposure, and meaningful development opportunities.

Work Environment

The role involves working across indoor and outdoor environments and is expected to span multiple sites, including proximity to launch pads and production facilities in a unique, growing community. You will operate within an integrated launch and production setting that uses advanced electrical, pneumatic, PLC, HMI, and robotics technologies. The workplace emphasizes 5S principles, organized workspaces, and continuous improvement, creating a clean, efficient, and safety-focused environment. The culture is fast-paced and highly collaborative, with cross-functional teams working closely to deliver complex automation and aerospace solutions. Onsite amenities such as dining options, coffee bars, fitness centers, and wellness facilities support a balanced workday, while the mix of indoor and outdoor tasks offers variety in daily activities and exposure to different operational areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brownsville, TX.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Brownsville,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.