Certification Test Technician

Adient Aerospace is a Joint Venture between Adient and Boeing. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is the world’s leader in automotive seating. At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience. We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

Adient Aerospace is looking for a Certification Test Technician to join our team in Huntington Beach, California. This is an on-site position and you must live in or be willing to relocate to Southern California. We look for highly proficient individuals who are collaborative, value diversity, enjoy working as a team, and share our passion for success. We invest in our employees with opportunities for professional development and offer competitive benefits.

Are you the right piece to complete our puzzle?

Job Summary

The Certification Test Technician is responsible for setting up and maintaining the test facility and conducting tests for both Seats and Furniture. Test types include but are not limited to component, static, dynamic, abuse, cycle and flammability. This position is ideal for someone with an assembler background with mechanical experience.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodation may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Set-up, conduct and monitor dynamic, static and abuse/cycle testing.
• Maintain test facility (cleanliness, organization, supplies, etc.)
• Maintain test equipment and fixtures in good working order including calibrations, spare parts, procurement, maintenance etc.
• Design and build/oversee build test fixtures/platforms.
• Organize tools, hardware, and materials in an easy to find, easy to use format.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.
  
  

Education

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Trade School or Certification preferred
  
  

Experience

• 2+ years’ experience preferred
  
  

Skills

• Independent worker
• Professional behavior
• Various hand tool skills: grinders, drills, hand-held power tools, files, screwdrivers, and wrenches
• Basic woodworking including band saw, table saw, jigsaw, drill press, and miter saw operation.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Fluent in English (written, oral)
  
  

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Electronic or mechanical background is required.
• Basic electrical knowledge (e.g., switch assembly/installation/wiring and related tools)
• 2+ years’ experience in setting up, conducting, and monitoring dynamic, static and abuse/cycle testing.
• FARO experience
• Welding experience
• Basic understanding of Excel preferred
• Familiarity with Coordinate Measurement Machine preferred
  
  

Other

• Must be able to carry 40 pounds
• Extended or irregular hours may be required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Adient Aerospace is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division
  
  

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction is provided in terms of tasks and objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion on how well objectives have been met.
• Will work autonomously with only occasional status updates with supervisor.
  
  

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Works with supervisor to execute tasks that comply with instructions or pre-determined processes, methods, and/or practices
  
  

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives
  
  

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Featured Benefits

• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!
  
  

Other Perks

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture