Calspan's barrier test facility performs crash testing and certification for physical security, perimeter protection, storefront safety and roadside safety products. With our flexible test site and powerful crash propulsion system, we can test and certify to all common test standards. Together with our on-site installation team (who have installed hundreds of barrier systems), we help you through the entire process to accelerate your time to market for new products. We are seeking a Technician to join our team! 

This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization with a rich 75 year history that prides itself on its Be Calspan Values. If you think you have what it takes to Be Calspan, we encourage you to speak with us.  

Compensation and position level commensurate with education and experience.

• Maintain, repair, upgrade test systems and equipment to maximize operational availability and accuracy of vehicle crash test data. Perform equipment calibration, and repairs.
• Perform vehicle and test facility setup.  Instrument test vehicles and install high-speed cameras in accordance with customer requirements, standard test procedures and work instructions.  Complete mechanical modifications to test articles and equipment.
• Conduct tests, take measurements using 3D coordinate measurement machine, document results through procedures, checklists, photographs and high-speed video.  Create test reports using MS Office software.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, data collection, electronic problems with test equipment and measurement devices.

Preferred Education / Experience:

• AAS in Engineering
• 3+ years experience in a technical discipline, or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Ability: 

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Experience with automotive safety testing in accordance with FMVSS and/or ECE procedures.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumenting vehicles with accelerometers, pressure sensors along with fabricating test fixtures.
• Experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Project), and Adobe products
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles.
• Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, and shop equipment, for the servicing automobiles.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines
• Must be able to work assigned hours as required to meet customer testing needs – may include overtime, nights and weekends.
• Able to lift, carry, push and pull 50 pounds, either individually or with equipment such as carts and cranes.
• Capable of climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, and stooping to move and install equipment
• Effective communication skills

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees 

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Universal Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications.  Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.