Seat Lab Test Technician

Amentum•Detroit, MI

5d•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 a Seat Lab Test 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 unlimited opportunity to build your career.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office with a focus in Excel
Self-starter, highly motivated, strong team player with a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree in Automotive Technology or similar preferred
1+ years’ experience in a related testing field preferred.
Ability to conduct test sample prep and installation/removal
Ability to design, fabricate, track, locate and mount customized test fixtures as needed
Ability to run standard tests and support test engineers for one-off testing in a lab environment
Basic understanding of hand tools
Basic understanding of seats and seat functions.
Machine shop / fabrication experience (drill press, mill, lathe, welding)

Responsibilities

Conduct standard seat testing on multiple test stands and shaker tables
Conduct test set-ups and part changes between testing
Work in multiple labs within a building
Retrieve test parts to support build up and test conduct
Update test status through database and communicate to lab leads and engineers
Maintain all work area documentation including note logs, check sheets, sample inventory and fixtures
Will be working with test lab instrumentation including application and installation of transducers, accelerometers, load cells, potentiometers and other various types of electrical equipment.
Follow all SOP's associated with tasks as well as EH&S
Responsible for new procedural information sent out as new programs are brought into the Lab
Maintain specific Lab supplies
Store test parts and supporting hardware/fixtures prior to test
Ship, store and/or dispose of tested parts and fixtures post-test per test instructions