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 developing and executing test lab set up and conducting of developmental and certification testing for both Seats and Furniture. Test types include but are not limited to component, static, dynamic, abuse, cycle and flammability.

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

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

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

Skills:

• Electro/mechanical background
• Independent
• Professional
• 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:

• FARO experience a plus
• Welding experience a plus
• Basic electrical knowledge (e.g., switch assembly/installation/wiring and related tools) is a plus

Other:

• Must be able to carry 40lbs
• 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

• May oversee the work of others

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.

BENEFITS / COMPENSATION

Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. Actual salaries will vary depending on experience and geographic location.

Salary Range Transparency: $20 - $24 annually, depending on candidate qualifications

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