Instrumentation Tech for Automotive Test & Measurement

Calspan; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Onsite training

Job summary

Calspan’s Automotive Crash Facility in Buffalo, NY, seeks a hands-on technician to install force-measurement sensors and instruments on test vehicles. You will document installations in Excel, follow procedures, and collaborate with test engineers and prep teams in a fast-paced environment.

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential, with overtime opportunities and onsite training provided.

Qualifications

• Set-up and installation of force measurement equipment (accelerometers, string pots, sensors) per test procedures.
• Document installation of instrumentation in Excel per testing requirements.
• Read and follow testing procedures and protocols with accuracy and safety.
• Willingness to learn new software and document work clearly.

Responsibilities

• Install and wire instrumentation on test vehicles and fixtures.
• Read and interpret engineering procedures and drawings.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with PPE requirements.
• Support test engineers and vehicle prep teams to meet schedules.
• Assist with continuous improvement of measurement tools and processes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Education

Engineering Technology degree or related technical education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Calspan’s Automotive Crash Facility in Buffalo, NY, seeks a hands-on technician to install force-measurement sensors and instruments on test vehicles. You will document installations in Excel, follow procedures, and collaborate with test engineers and prep teams in a fast-paced environment.

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential, with overtime opportunities and onsite training provided.