Fluids Technician

Core Group Resources; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group Resources is seeking an experienced Fluids Technician for a high-volume aerospace production facility in Brownsville, Texas. The role involves assembling, installing, and troubleshooting fluid and pneumatic systems, including pipe fitting, wiring, and mechanical work, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will read engineering drawings, work from schematics and plans, test systems, fabricate fluid hardware, and perform welding and wiring in a fast-paced environment;

Qualifications

• End-to-end mechanical and electrical troubleshooting in fluid/pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics accurately.
• Experience with pipe fitting, fabrication, and system testing.
• Safety-focused with attention to quality in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Work from plans, schematics, datasheets, and drawings to install fluid/pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and repair or replace components on ground and test equipment.
• Install sensors, wire ground support equipment, and verify system integrity.
• Fabricate fluid hardware, lay out wiring, and perform system testing.
• Perform welding for stands and fixtures; resolve operational issues during activation.

Skills

Pipe Fitting

Welding

Electrical Wiring

Reading Drawings

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in technical field

Tools

Calibrated Measuring Tools

Overhead Cranes/Maneuvering Gear

Forklifts/Manlifts

Job description

Job Summary

Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, is hiring an experienced Fluids Technician to support a high-volume vehicle production facility. In this hands‑on role, you will assemble, install, and troubleshoot the fluid and pneumatic systems that keep manufacturing and test operations moving. The right candidate combines strong pipe fitting, wiring, and mechanical abilities with a commitment to safety and quality in a fast‑paced production environment.

Job Summary

Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, is hiring an experienced Fluids Technician to support a high-volume vehicle production facility. In this hands‑on role, you will assemble, install, and troubleshoot the fluid and pneumatic systems that keep manufacturing and test operations moving. The right candidate combines strong pipe fitting, wiring, and mechanical abilities with a commitment to safety and quality in a fast‑paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Work from planning documents, schematics, datasheets, manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches.
• Diagnose and repair or replace worn or failed components on ground hardware, test equipment, and integration equipment.
• Install, connect, and verify sensors such as pressure transducers and thermocouples.
• Wire electrical ground support equipment and associated ground systems.
• Carry out fluid and pneumatic system testing to confirm integrity and performance.
• Fabricate and install fluid system hardware from drawings, including ball valves, check valves, pressure regulators, and gauges.
• Lay out, assemble, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify wiring in electronics racks and junction boxes.
• Perform welding for the construction and repair of structural stands and site fixtures in a safe, professional manner.
• Resolve operational issues during fluid and mechanical system activation to limit downtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience using mechanical and electronic hand tools.
• 3+ years of pipe fitting and fabrication experience.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Experience welding, troubleshooting, and maintaining fluid and mechanical systems.
• Skilled in laying out, building, testing, and modifying wiring and electronic systems.
• Comfortable with calibrated measuring instruments and heavy equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, and manlifts.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications include an associate or bachelor's degree in a technical or related field, prior experience in a launch vehicle, propulsion, or high‑pressure test environment, and a background in orbital or structural welding or machining. Former military aviation technicians (propulsion or airframe) are encouraged to apply. This is an opportunity to contribute to advanced aerospace hardware with a growing, well‑established team.