Test Engineer

Amentum Job Opportunity

Amentum is the world's top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Our experience encompasses virtually every type of automotive test facility, including climatic and driveability wind tunnels; aerodynamic, acoustic, and thermodynamic wind tunnels; emissions test rooms; soak rooms; altitude chambers; engine and powertrain test cells; and electromagnetic anechoic chambers. We not only design and build these facility systems assets but also operate, maintain, and manage these facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical resources to operations & maintenance as it relates to test procedures, equipment issues, etc.
• Provide technical support to customer base (assist in interpreting data, providing testing guidance, etc.)
• Provide training, generate procedures when necessary
• Generate functional specifications for equipment purchases
• Conduct design reviews with equipment suppliers
• Ensure suppliers / projects follow corporate fire / safety / environmental guidelines
• Coordinate trades in the installation of a new system / facility
• Conduct acceptance testing / correlation testing

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and/or Skill Requirements

• B.S. in Engineering from an accredited school, Mechanical or Electrical fields preferred
• Computer science background preferred but not required.
• Internal fluid flow mechanics knowledge
• Working knowledge of electronics / electronics troubleshooting
• Strong technical communication skills (i.e., generate technical specifications, etc.)

Essential Functions of the Position

The essential functions of the position must relate to the duties and responsibilities of the position. List each essential function under the appropriate category/categories below. Indicate approximate percent of time each essential function normally would require; this doesn't have to add up to 100% since marginal functions do not have to be listed. The primary supervisor, for which this position will report to, is responsible to review the Essential Functions with each applicant interviewed.

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position

· Lifting: Up to 50 lbs.
· Climbing: NA
· Crawling: NA
· Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, hearing protection on sites, gloves, safety shoes, 100%
· Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (75%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), Stooping (25%)
· High noise level: Audiograms required (TWA over 85 dB)
· Other: NA

Description of Work Environment

· Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, 100%
· Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: Cold temperatures (20F or warmer), 10%
· Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Moving dynamometer rolls, 80%
· Travel/transportation requirements: May require occasional local travel, 25%
· Other: NA

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

· Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, 75%
· Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA
· Tools used in trade - which ones?: Air driven sockets, basic hand tools, 25%
· Other: NA

Criticality of Attendance

· Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday, 100%
· Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift (7:00-3:30). Shift assignment is subject to change, so candidate must be flexible with available work hours.
· Necessity for regular attendance: Critical
· Urgency for punctuality: Critical
· Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important, but not critical, except for deadlines and meetings. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary to meet deadlines. Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, audiogram and background check. Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Independent personal transportation to office or work site is required. Travel to and from customer's locations and the test fields may be required to support projects. This may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodation can possibly be made for POV, if necessary. When operating any vehicle for work purposes, you must wear seat belt and in addition, no cellular devices are to be used when vehicle is in motion.

Compensation Details

N/A

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance
+ Paid time off and holidays
+ Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
+ Educational reimbursement
+ Parental leave
+ Employee stock purchase plan
+ Tax-saving options
+ Disability and life insurance
+ Pet insurance
_Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits._