Instrumentation & Data Acquisition Technician
Location: Bloomfield, CT
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Standard Business Hours
Pay Rate: $33/hour
Employment Type: Long-Term Contract-to-Hire
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Data Acquisition Technician to support engine testing operations in a specialized test cell environment.
This position focuses on installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting electronic instrumentation and computerized data acquisition systems used to monitor engine performance during testing.The technician will work with specialized measurement equipment, sensors, transducers, strain gauges, thermocouples, and computer systems to ensure accurate data collection and reliable test results.This is a hands-on technical position that combines electrical and electronic troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, calibration, and computer-based testing support.
What You'll Be Doing
1. Instrumentation & Equipment Support
- Install, assemble, operate, and maintain instrumentation and data acquisition equipment used in engine testing.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic measurement systems.
- Set up and maintain instrumentation within engine test cells.
- Ensure equipment is operating properly and accurately collecting test data.
2. Calibration & Testing
- Calibrate sensors, transducers, and other measurement devices.
- Install and calibrate strain gauges and micro-thermocouples.
- Identify instrumentation issues and make adjustments or repairs as needed.
- Verify the accuracy and reliability of testing equipment.
3. Computer & Data Acquisition Systems
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot computers used to support engine testing.
- Assist with installing and maintaining PC hardware, software, and network connections.
- Support computerized data acquisition systems that collect and process engine test information.
4. Maintenance & Documentation
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on test equipment.
- Maintain inventories of tools, parts, and instrumentation supplies.
- Document calibration results, equipment repairs, and maintenance activities electronically.
- Maintain accurate records to support testing operations and equipment reliability.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related technical field; OR completion of skilled trades training with at least two years of relevant experience.
- Hands-on experience working with electrical/electronic instrumentation or measurement equipment.
- Knowledge of calibration, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
- Familiarity with sensors, transducers, strain gauges, and thermocouples.
- Basic computer hardware, software, and networking knowledge.
- Ability to read technical information, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain accurate documentation.
Preferred Experience
- Previous experience working in an engine test cell, engine testing facility, or laboratory environment.
- Experience with computerized data acquisition systems.
- Background in precision instrumentation, calibration, or electrical testing.
- Experience installing and maintaining specialized testing equipment.
What Makes Someone a Strong Fit?
The ideal candidate is a hands-on instrumentation or electrical technician who enjoys working with specialized testing equipment and diagnosing technical problems.
Candidates with backgrounds in the following areas may be a good match:
- Instrumentation Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Technician
- Calibration Technician
- Test Technician
- Engine Test Technician
- Data Acquisition Technician
- Laboratory Test Equipment Technician
- Aerospace or Automotive Testing Technician