Instrumentation Technician, Automotive Crash Testing Lab

Socket.dev

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 40,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Calspan's Automotive Crash Facility in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Instrumentation Technician to support and improve our state-of-the-art test systems. You will join a fast-paced lab, performing setup, installation, and maintenance of instrumentation for automotive crash testing.

The role requires technical education and hands-on experience, with opportunities to contribute to projects for global manufacturers and to be part of Calspan's 75-year legacy of innovation.

Qualifications

  • AAS or Bachelors in related discipline.
  • 3+ years in related discipline or a combination of education and experience.
  • Troubleshooting mechanical or electrical problems.
  • Electrical and electronic principles.
  • Read and understand engineering plans and specifications.
  • Read drawings and troubleshoot.
  • Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Performing set-up and installation of equipment, instrumentation, cable routing, soldering, and checkout before, during, and after the test.
  • Support the maintenance, installation, and repair of test equipment to maximize operational availability.
  • Document test procedures and installations. Provide guidance with data calculation when applicable.
  • Understand OEM test request for upcoming test instrumentation required for test article. Assemble instrumentation required and make placards for test article

Skills

Troubleshooting
Electrical principles
Reading drawings
Microsoft Office

Education

AAS or Bachelors in related discipline

Job description

Calspan's Automotive Crash Facility in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Instrumentation Technician to support and improve our state-of-the-art test systems. You will join a fast-paced lab, performing setup, installation, and maintenance of instrumentation for automotive crash testing.

The role requires technical education and hands-on experience, with opportunities to contribute to projects for global manufacturers and to be part of Calspan's 75-year legacy of innovation.

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