Job Description:
A global automotive company is seeking a skilled Aerodynamic Testing and Equipment Specialist to join their team. In this role, you will prepare and conduct aerodynamic wind tunnel tests, operate test equipment, and support aerodynamics engineers. You will also be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting testing equipment, managing data storage, and ensuring proper setup and equipment functionality. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of related experience or an associate’s degree with 4+ years of experience. Travel to offsite testing locations may be required.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and conduct aerodynamic wind tunnel tests.
• Prepare both 40% scale and/or full scale vehicle/model components and systems for testing and return equipment and vehicle to pre-test condition after testing is complete.
• Support aerodynamics engineers during physical tests by making parts changes to support aerodynamic specification setting.
• Conduct routine maintenance/checks of test equipment. Operate data acquisition equipment and analysis software as needed.
• Conduct basic equipment setup diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a log of maintenance and conduct periodic walk-throughs and equipment checks.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Travel to offsite testing to support tests as needed.
Required Skillset:
• Can prepare and conduct standard tests for respective area.
• Operates all equipment in area correctly and safely and can instruct less experienced technicians, as needed.
• Able to troubleshoot all testing equipment to a component level.
• Uses lab scheduling & data storage software/systems.
• Able to fabricate or modify parts or systems to match design directions.
• Can break testing into tasks & direct others on those tasks.
• Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform asigned tasks as part of broader assignment.
• Must have 6+ years closely related experience or related associates degree and 4+ years experience.
Bonus Skillset:
Previous experience in an R&D environment.
Type: Contract
Work Schedule: On-site
Duration: 12+ months