Instrumentation Technician

Amentum•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community. We are hiring an Instrumentation Technician to work in Dearborn, MI. This is a position for those with some knowledge and experience in automotive, either on the job or as a hobby. We are looking for someone with a passion for automotive and an enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from a leader in the industry. We offer full benefits and and unlimited opportunity to build your career. The Instrumentation Technician will be working in a unique lab that provides air flow, vibe, and fuel system testing in Dearborn. This facility applies numerous testing methods and data acquisition software to support and conduct a variety of Engine Component, Powertrain, Fuel System, and Durability Tests.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Basic background in engine electronics troubleshooting
Kulite pressure transducer exp
Thermocouple soldering exp
knowledge of Vishay AMPs
accelerometer exp
strain gage
ability to read schematics/wiring diagrams a must.
Understanding how DMM’s, O-Scopes, and other electronic testing devices are used.
Good interpersonal, computer, oral and written skill.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree or equivalent in automotive technology or electronic related field.
Experience in engines/powertrain dynamometer testing or other similar testing techniques preferred.
Understanding of instrumentation used in an automotive test environment, such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, accelerometers, etc. are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Installation, troubleshooting, and repair of Special test components (accelerometers, transducers, strain gages, Vishay AMPs, thermocouple soldering).
Building electrical cables, repairing electrical connectors, and modifying electrical breakout boxes.
Calibrating and maintaining testing instrumentation.
Interface with Technologists, Product Engineers, and Supervisors on updates/new test procedures, equipment and methods.
Verify the calibration and maintenance of test equipment and test systems.
Hook up instrumentation, diagnose / troubleshoot problems, conduct tests, change out components if necessary, and remove instrumentation as needed.