Automation Control Technician

Summary

We are looking to hire several automation and controls technicians for Space

X in the Brownsville, TX and McGregor, TX locations. These are contract to hire roles paying between $30-$50/hr (possibly more) depending on experience. There will be a daily rate of $125/day for per diem as well for days worked and for now the schedule would be M-F, 12 hours per day, most likely being 6a-6p but subject to change. Qualified candidates must have 2+ years of automation and controls experience minimum and in order to obtain a higher pay rate you must have prior experience troubleshooting and programming Siemens PLCs.

• Install and terminate wiring to pad instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs
• Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and voltage calibrators
• Perform work in support of fellow technicians and engineering employees using shop assembly equipment and hand tools
• Collaborate with design engineers to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data
• Write, create, and organize work planning documents and instructions
• Generate purchase orders from vendor quotes
• Lead complex and mentally taxing projects with little to no oversight
• Install and modify electrical conveyances, including but not limited to conduit and cable tray
• Install cable and cable assemblies
• Build intricate and complex cable assemblies using Mil-C connectors and contacts
• Troubleshoot AC power distribution equipment up to 480
  
  VAC
• Build and terminate AC power equipment up to 480
  
  VAC
• Build, terminate, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based manufacturing hardware
• Fabricate support structures, enclosures, and conveyances for electrical distribution equipment

• PLC programming, Automation, Troubleshooting, Siemens PLC, Blueprint, Programming

• PLC programming, Automation, Troubleshooting

• Associate degree in aerospace technology or another technical field
• 2+ years of experience working with instrumentation such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, valves, flow meters, multimeters, or oscilloscopes
• 2+ years of professional, hands‑on experience working with launch site instrumentation
• Experience with ISO 9000, IPC‑620, and ICP‑610 standards
• Quality inspection experience with harnessing and cables
• Understanding of basic direct current electrical theory
• Experience helping to develop and document procedures
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to design and fabricate simple electrical circuits
• PLC and DAQ programming experience
• Experience with NI Max and Studio 5000
• Proficient with the use of power tools (e.g., hand drills, grinders, band saws, vacuums, and impact drivers)
• Proficient with use of hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, screw drivers, brooms, flush cuts, and wrenches)

This is a Contract position based out of Fayetteville, NC.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Fayetteville, NC.

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

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.