Tech Specialist

The Sr. Tech Specialist supports and advances child restraint system development by planning, executing, and documenting dynamic sled tests and related evaluations. This role operates with a high degree of independence and technical judgment-owning day-to-day lab operations, test execution quality, data integrity, and continuous improvement. This role interfaces closely with test engineering, R&D, compliance and Quality to deliver timely and repeatable test results that support New Product Development and continuous conformance post launch. Must be onsite 5 days a week in Morgan Falls Facility - 3 Glenlake Pkwy., This is a highly hands-on, mechanical role requiring frequent work with tools, fixtures, instrumentation, and test hardware to build, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain lab setups and equipment.

General Responsibilities

Lead execution of dynamic sled/crash simulations for child restraint systems, including test setup, instrumentation checks, child restraint system installation, and adherence to all applicable test procedures.

Own crash lab operations: pre-test checklists, calibration status, preventative maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting of sled, fixtures, restraints, and data acquisition systems.

Perform hands-on setup of crash tests, including test fixtures/sled, instrumentation, installing child restraint systems.

Build, modify, and repair test fixtures and lab hardware, including basic fabrication and machining/sanding/drilling, plus troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.

Advise engineers on crash test procedures, setup tradeoffs, and how test conditions may influence results and design interpretation.

Prepare, inspect, and configure anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs) and sensors

Collect, review, and validate test data and provide clear summaries to engineers and program teams.

Maintain, repair, and upgrade test systems to maximize operational availability

Ensure completeness, accuracy, and technical integrity of test documentation and records in accordance with quality and retention requirements.

Contribute and lead continuous improvement efforts to improve repeatability and throughput

Contribute to lab capability growth (new sensors, instrumentation, fixtures, or methods) by evaluating options, piloting upgrades, and documenting validated procedures., The Sr. Tech Specialist supports and advances child restraint system development by planning, executing, and documenting dynamic sled tests and related evaluations. This role operates with a high degree of independence and technical judgment-owning day-to-day lab operations, test execution quality, data integrity, and continuous improvement. This role interfaces closely with test engineering, R&D, compliance and Quality to deliver timely and repeatable test results that support New Product Development and continuous conformance post launch.

This is a highly hands-on, mechanical role requiring frequent work with tools, fixtures, instrumentation, and test hardware to build, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain lab setups and equipment.

General Responsibilities

• Lead execution of dynamic sled/crash simulations for child restraint systems, including test setup, instrumentation checks, child restraint system installation, and adherence to all applicable test procedures.
• Own crash lab operations: pre-test checklists, calibration status, preventative maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting of sled, fixtures, restraints, and data acquisition systems.
• Perform hands-on setup of crash tests, including test fixtures/sled, instrumentation, installing child restraint systems.
• Build, modify, and repair test fixtures and lab hardware, including basic fabrication and machining/sanding/drilling, plus troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.
• Advise engineers on crash test procedures, setup tradeoffs, and how test conditions may influence results and design interpretation.
• Prepare, inspect, and configure anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs) and sensors
• Collect, review, and validate test data and provide clear summaries to engineers and program teams.
• Maintain, repair, and upgrade test systems to maximize operational availability
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and technical integrity of test documentation and records in accordance with quality and retention requirements.
• Contribute and lead continuous improvement efforts to improve repeatability and throughput
• Contribute to lab capability growth (new sensors, instrumentation, fixtures, or methods) by evaluating options, piloting upgrades, and documenting validated procedures.

Associate degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical/Electrical Technology, Automotive Technology, Biomechanics, or related fields.

2-4 years of related work experience

Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to execute complex test procedures with strong attention to detail.

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to maintain and repair fixtures and setups (hand tools, shop tools, basic machining, soldering; welding a plus).

Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues in a time-critical environment.

Demonstrated ability to follow and improve test procedures, maintain records, and deliver repeatable results.

Analytical skills to validate test integrity, assess repeatability, and communicate risks to engineering.

Proficiency with data acquisition concepts (sampling, triggering, channel checks)

Strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver test procedures and test results clearly to engineering and program teams.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Able to comfortably lift 50 lb.

Additional Qualifications

Familiarity with child restraint crash testing environments, ATD handling practices, and/or consumer/regulatory performance frameworks is a plus

Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, Compliance, Quality, and external test partners/vendors is a plus

Knowledge of manufacturing methods for plastic injection mold design and tube/wire/sheet metal bending is a plus

Knowledge in CAD (Creo/Solidworks) is a plus.

Working knowledge of electronics is a plus

Basic knowledge of programming (firmware, software, AI), * Associate degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical/Electrical Technology, Automotive Technology, Biomechanics, or related fields.

• 2-4 years of related work experience
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to execute complex test procedures with strong attention to detail.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to maintain and repair fixtures and setups (hand tools, shop tools, basic machining, soldering; welding a plus).
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues in a time-critical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow and improve test procedures, maintain records, and deliver repeatable results.
• Analytical skills to validate test integrity, assess repeatability, and communicate risks to engineering.
• Proficiency with data acquisition concepts (sampling, triggering, channel checks)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver test procedures and test results clearly to engineering and program teams.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)
• Able to comfortably lift 50 lb., * Familiarity with child restraint crash testing environments, ATD handling practices, and/or consumer/regulatory performance frameworks is a plus
• Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, Compliance, Quality, and external test partners/vendors is a plus
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for plastic injection mold design and tube/wire/sheet metal bending is a plus
• Knowledge in CAD (Creo/Solidworks)
• Automotive Experience
• Working knowledge of electronics
• Basic knowledge of programming (firmware, software, AI), Associate degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical/Electrical Technology, Automotive Technology, Biomechanics, or related fields.

2-4 years of related work experience

Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to execute complex test procedures with strong attention to detail.

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to maintain and repair fixtures and setups (hand tools,

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