Transportation Analyst (CPST) – NCAP & Safety Testing Lead

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Transportation Analyst to support NHTSA in Washington, DC. The role focuses on car seat safety, NCAP testing, and stakeholder coordination.

A CPST certification is required or obtainable before start, with 5+ years of relevant experience and a BA/BS in Engineering or related fields. The position emphasizes leadership, documentation, and clear data communication, using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to develop reports and presentations for internal and

Qualifications

• Requires Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) or ability to obtain certification before start.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Transportation Safety, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5+) years of relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource on car seat safety, occupant protection systems, and NCAP-related test procedures.
• Lead or assist with research plans, data reviews, and presentations related to NCAP and child safety in vehicles.
• Coordinate and support engineering evaluations and vehicle testing initiatives.
• Take ownership of projects and provide leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Utilize Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to prepare documentation and presentations.

Skills

CPST certification

Coordination

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Transportation Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Transportation Analyst to support NHTSA in Washington, DC. The role focuses on car seat safety, NCAP testing, and stakeholder coordination.

A CPST certification is required or obtainable before start, with 5+ years of relevant experience and a BA/BS in Engineering or related fields. The position emphasizes leadership, documentation, and clear data communication, using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to develop reports and presentations for internal and