Wind Tunnel Test Technician

Position Details

• Support maintenance, calibration and quality system technical resource to ensure Wind Tunnel facility readiness in support of Product Development testing
• Interface with customers to understand test objectives, develop test strategies and collect/analyze data to satisfy customer needs
• Support efficiency improvement actions including test automation and lights-out testing strategies
• Lead diagnostics and troubleshooting processes for test system issues, test instrumentation, and facility infrastructure
• Stay up to date on related test standards and develop updated or new test methods as required
• Develop and enforce safe plans of actions for all test and facility activities
• Work with Environmental, Health, & Safety representatives as necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines and regulations

Position Qualifications

• 1+ years of Wind Tunnel laboratory experience
• Strong technical aptitude specifically in the area of W/T testing, electrical instrumentation and electrical system diagnostics
• Knowledge of vehicle test laboratory infrastructure (electrical and mechanical) and its operation
• Knowledge of vehicle subsystems, their operation and use of external stimuli for systems including active cruise, lane departure warning systems, anti-lock brakes, RKE and infotainment connected services, etc.
• Strong diagnostic skills related to test system instrumentation and vehicle diagnostics
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Other

• Strong technical writing skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (verbal and written), willing to make presentations in front of large groups
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and quickly adjust to changing requirements
• Good communicator with a focus on customer satisfaction